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
As per Census 2011, Soda village has a total population of 1,245 people, consisting of 671 males and 574 females. The village has 240 households and a sex ratio of 855 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 726 literate and 519 illiterate residents. Additionally, 524 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,245 | 671 | 574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 75 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 524 | 280 | 244 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,245, including 671 males and 574 females.
How many households are there in Soda?
There are 240 households in Soda.
What is the literacy rate in Soda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soda is 58.31%. Male literacy is 69.90% and female literacy is 44.77%.