Soja - Mansa, Gandhinagar
Soja is a village situated in the Mansa taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from Kalol and around 18 km from Gandhinagar. Soja village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soja is 511135. The village covers a total geographical area of 1406.57 hectares and falls under the 382735 pincode. Mansa is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Soja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mansa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahesana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soja
According to the 2011 Census, Soja village had a total population of 7,377 people, including 3,882 males and 3,495 females, living in 1,639 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.83%, with male literacy at 92.32% and female literacy at 72.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 415, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Soja
Soja is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Soja
Soja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Soja has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mansa to Soja is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gandhinagar to Soja is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Soja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Soja
Where is Soja located?
Soja village is located in Mansa Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Soja?
Soja is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Soja?
The pincode of Soja is 382735.
What is the population of Soja?
Soja had a total population of 7,377, including 3,882 males and 3,495 females.
How many households are there in Soja?
Soja had 1,639 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soja was 82.83%. Male literacy was 92.32% and female literacy was 72.35%.