Soi - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Soi is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Kothi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soi is 018956. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.1 hectares and falls under the 174021 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Soi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soi
According to the 2011 Census, Soi village had a total population of 645 people, including 313 males and 332 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 1,061 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.87%, with male literacy at 93.43% and female literacy at 82.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 180.
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 | 645 | 313 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 39 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 81 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 507 | 256 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 57 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Soi
Soi 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 Soi
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Soi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Soi is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soi 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 Soi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Soi
Where is Soi located?
Soi village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Soi?
The Gram Panchayat of Soi is Kothi.
What is the pincode of Soi?
The pincode of Soi is 174021.
What is the population of Soi?
Soi had a total population of 645, including 313 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Soi?
Soi had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soi was 87.87%. Male literacy was 93.43% and female literacy was 82.84%.