Soda Village - Manoharpur, West Singhbhum
Soda is a village situated in the Manoharpur subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 22 km from Manoharpur and around 111 km from Chaibasa. Gangada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soda is 377782. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.51 hectares and falls under the 833104 pincode.
Soda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaganathpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soda
As per Census 2011, Soda village has a total population of 540 people, consisting of 286 males and 254 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 126 literate and 414 illiterate residents. Additionally, 475 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soda are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 540 | 286 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 64 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 475 | 247 | 228 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 83 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 203 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Soda
Soda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bangur Kia | North | 4.86 km |
| Balia | North-East | 4.92 km |
| Rongo | North-West | 5.05 km |
| Kamarbera | West | 5.64 km |
| Dimbuli | West | 5.65 km |
| Rela | North-East | 5.66 km |
| Kumartondang | East | 5.81 km |
| Salai | South-East | 6.11 km |
| Chiria | South | 6.35 km |
| Mamar | South-East | 6.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soda
Soda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Posotia, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Soda is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soda 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 Soda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Soda
Where is Soda located?
Soda village is located in Manoharpur Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soda?
The Gram Panchayat of Soda is Gangada.
What is the pincode of Soda?
The pincode of Soda is 833104.
What is the population of Soda?
Soda has a total population of 540, including 286 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Soda?
There are 107 households in Soda.
What is the literacy rate in Soda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soda is 23.33%. Male literacy is 29.02% and female literacy is 16.93%.