Soja
Soja is a village located in Kalol taluka of Gandhinagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Kalol (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Gandhinagar. As per 2009 stats, Soja village is also a gram panchayat.
Soja has its own place in the vibrant Gandhinagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Soja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Soja is 511135. The village spans a total geographical area of 1406.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 382735. Mansa is nearest town to Soja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Soja village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mansa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mahesana Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Soja
Population of Soja
Below is a concise population overview of Soja as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,377 | 3,882 | 3,495 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 779 | 420 | 359 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 415 | 228 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 5,465 | 3,196 | 2,269 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,912 | 686 | 1,226 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Soja village:
- The total population of Soja village is around 7,377, including approximately 3,882 males and 3,495 females, with a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 779 children aged 0–6 years in Soja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Soja village has 415 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 21 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Soja village is about 74.08%, with male literacy at 82.33% and female literacy at 64.92%.
- There are around 1,639 households in Soja village.
Connectivity of Soja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Soja. As per the 2011 stats, Soja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Soja
Knowing the nearby villages of Soja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Soja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Soja
- Where is Soja located?
- Soja village is situated in Kalol Taluka, within the Gandhinagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Soja?
- Soja serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Soja?
- The pincode of Soja is 382735, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Soja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Soja is 7,377, with 3,882 males and 3,495 females.
- How many households are there in Soja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Soja village has a total of 1,639 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Soja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Soja is 74.08%. The male literacy rate is 82.33%, while the female literacy rate is 64.92%.