Sojna - Patera, Damoh
Sojna is a village situated in the Patera tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patera and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Sojna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sojna is 461837. The village covers a total geographical area of 1030.5 hectares and falls under the 470775 pincode. Hatta is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sojna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sojna
As per Census 2011, Sojna village has a total population of 1,910 people, consisting of 1,000 males and 910 females. The village has 542 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 294 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,119 literate and 791 illiterate residents. Additionally, 568 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sojna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,910 | 1,000 | 910 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 153 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 568 | 307 | 261 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 1,119 | 710 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 791 | 290 | 501 |
Nearby Villages of Sojna
Sojna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bithauli | East | 1.19 km |
| Bhaypura | North-East | 3.57 km |
| Odpura | East | 3.67 km |
| Mehadpur | North-West | 4.14 km |
| Sujwaya | South-West | 4.35 km |
| Jebra | North-East | 5.06 km |
| Kheriya Kuleth | North-East | 5.27 km |
| Kuleth | North | 5.87 km |
| Agrabhatpura | North | 6.50 km |
| Sigora | North-East | 6.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sojna
Sojna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Motijheel, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Hatta to Sojna is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Damoh to Sojna is about 40 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 Sojna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sojna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sojna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sojna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sojna
Where is Sojna located?
Sojna village is located in Patera Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sojna?
Sojna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sojna?
The pincode of Sojna is 470775.
What is the population of Sojna?
Sojna has a total population of 1,910, including 1,000 males and 910 females.
How many households are there in Sojna?
There are 542 households in Sojna.
What is the literacy rate in Sojna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sojna is 58.59%. Male literacy is 71.00% and female literacy is 44.95%.