Soja - Vijapur, Mahesana
Soja is a village situated in the Vijapur taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijapur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Soja village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soja is 509405. The village covers a total geographical area of 1095.29 hectares and falls under the 384570 pincode. Vijapur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Soja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Soja
According to the 2011 Census, Soja village had a total population of 2,640 people, including 1,343 males and 1,297 females, living in 493 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.25%, with male literacy at 91.83% and female literacy at 74.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 183, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 2,640 | 1,343 | 1,297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 329 | 168 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 102 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,924 | 1,079 | 845 |
| Illiterate Population | 716 | 264 | 452 |
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
Public transport in the Soja is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Soja.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijapur to Soja is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Soja is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| 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 Vijapur Taluka, Mahesana 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 384570.
What is the population of Soja?
Soja had a total population of 2,640, including 1,343 males and 1,297 females.
How many households are there in Soja?
Soja had 493 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soja was 83.25%. Male literacy was 91.83% and female literacy was 74.38%.