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.
Here you can discover what makes Soja unique in its vibrant Kalol-Gandhinagar region. You’ll see Soja’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Soja has a total population of about 7,377, with approximately 3,882 males and 3,495 females. The sex ratio is around 900 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 779 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 415 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 21. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.08%, with male literacy at about 82.33% and female literacy near 64.92%. There are around 1,639 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Soja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.