Soyani - Palsana, Surat
Soyani is a village situated in the Palsana taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palsana and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Soyani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soyani is 524231. The village covers a total geographical area of 373.25 hectares and falls under the 394310 pincode. Bardoli is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Soyani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Olpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soyani
As per Census 2011, Soyani village has a total population of 1,658 people, consisting of 851 males and 807 females. The village has 388 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 174 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,046 literate and 612 illiterate residents. Additionally, 153 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,079 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soyani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,658 | 851 | 807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 104 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 80 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,079 | 543 | 536 |
| Literate Population | 1,046 | 563 | 483 |
| Illiterate Population | 612 | 288 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Soyani
Soyani 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 Soyani
Soyani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Soyani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bardoli to Soyani is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Soyani is about 24 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 Soyani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soyani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Soyani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soyani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Soyani
Where is Soyani located?
Soyani village is located in Palsana Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soyani?
Soyani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Soyani?
The pincode of Soyani is 394310.
What is the population of Soyani?
Soyani has a total population of 1,658, including 851 males and 807 females.
How many households are there in Soyani?
There are 388 households in Soyani.
What is the literacy rate in Soyani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soyani is 63.09%. Male literacy is 66.16% and female literacy is 59.85%.