Soga - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Soga is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 80 km from Bandgaon and around 106 km from W.singhbhum. Jalasar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soga is 377060. The village covers a total geographical area of 402 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode. Ranchi is the nearest town.
Soga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soga
According to the 2011 Census, Soga village had a total population of 441 people, including 216 males and 225 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.40%, with male literacy at 58.38% and female literacy at 34.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 343.
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 | 441 | 216 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 343 | 167 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 108 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 108 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Soga
Soga is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Usram | North-West | 1.55 km |
| Koloeda | South-West | 1.99 km |
| Takub | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Komrora | South | 3.14 km |
| Poronger | North-West | 3.15 km |
| Chhotakesel | North | 3.22 km |
| Madura | South-West | 3.31 km |
| Jarkandi | West | 3.34 km |
| Jatarma | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Lamaburu | North-East | 3.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Soga. The nearest railway station is Kurkura, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from W.singhbhum to Soga is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Soga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Soga
Where is Soga located?
Soga village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soga?
The Gram Panchayat of Soga is Jalasar.
What is the pincode of Soga?
The pincode of Soga is 833201.
What is the population of Soga?
Soga had a total population of 441, including 216 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Soga?
Soga had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soga was 46.40%. Male literacy was 58.38% and female literacy was 34.74%.