Soyla - Bhuj, Kachchh
Soyla is a village situated in the Bhuj taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 80 km from Bhuj, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Soyla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soyla is 506778. The village covers a total geographical area of 1638.66 hectares and falls under the 370510 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Soyla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhuj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soyla
According to the 2011 Census, Soyla village had a total population of 452 people, including 232 males and 220 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.01%, with male literacy at 63.13% and female literacy at 13.04%.
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 | 452 | 232 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 34 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 125 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 107 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Soyla
Soyla 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 Soyla
Soyla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Soyla has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhuj to Soyla is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soyla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soyla 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 Soyla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soyla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Soyla
Where is Soyla located?
Soyla village is located in Bhuj Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soyla?
Soyla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Soyla?
The pincode of Soyla is 370510.
What is the population of Soyla?
Soyla had a total population of 452, including 232 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Soyla?
Soyla had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soyla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soyla was 39.01%. Male literacy was 63.13% and female literacy was 13.04%.