Soda - Bhander, Datia
Soda is a village situated in the Bhander tehsil of Datia district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhander and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Datia. Soda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soda is 454931. The village covers a total geographical area of 319.08 hectares and falls under the 475336 pincode. Indergarh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Soda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Soda
According to the 2011 Census, Soda village had a total population of 1,245 people, including 671 males and 574 females, living in 240 households. The sex ratio was 855 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.88%, with male literacy at 78.69% and female literacy at 50.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 524.
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 | 1,245 | 671 | 574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 75 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 524 | 280 | 244 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 726 | 469 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 519 | 202 | 317 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Joura | South | 2.53 km |
| Bagurdan (proj) | East | 2.54 km |
| Godan | North | 2.66 km |
| Bagpura | South | 2.68 km |
| Ranipura | West | 2.70 km |
| Peepri | South-West | 2.97 km |
| Murgawan | North-West | 3.28 km |
| Lodhipura | West | 3.91 km |
| Charrai | South-East | 4.27 km |
| Maithana Pali | West | 4.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soda
Soda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sonagir, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.4 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 Indergarh to Soda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Datia to Soda is about 35 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 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Soda
Where is Soda located?
Soda village is located in Bhander Tehsil, Datia district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Soda?
Soda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Soda?
The pincode of Soda is 475336.
What is the population of Soda?
Soda had a total population of 1,245, including 671 males and 574 females.
How many households are there in Soda?
Soda had 240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soda was 65.88%. Male literacy was 78.69% and female literacy was 50.79%.