Softa - Bhander, Datia
Softa is a village situated in the Bhander tehsil of Datia district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhander and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Datia. Sopta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Softa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Softa is 454919. The village covers a total geographical area of 421.29 hectares and falls under the 475335 pincode. Bhander is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Softa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Softa
According to the 2011 Census, Softa village had a total population of 1,467 people, including 785 males and 682 females, living in 338 households. The sex ratio was 869 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.94%, with male literacy at 94.85% and female literacy at 63.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 573.
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 | 1,467 | 785 | 682 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 105 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 573 | 313 | 260 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,028 | 645 | 383 |
| Illiterate Population | 439 | 140 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Softa
Softa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandrol | South | 1.86 km |
| Rampura | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Deora | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Natarra | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Simthara | East | 2.41 km |
| Chhachh Pura | South-West | 2.48 km |
| Kutauli | North | 3.18 km |
| Tilhera | North-West | 3.24 km |
| Bisal Pura | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Nadiya | North-West | 3.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Softa
Softa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Moth, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bhander to Softa is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Datia to Softa is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Softa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Softa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Softa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Softa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Softa
Where is Softa located?
Softa village is located in Bhander Tehsil, Datia district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Softa?
The Gram Panchayat of Softa is Sopta.
What is the pincode of Softa?
The pincode of Softa is 475335.
What is the population of Softa?
Softa had a total population of 1,467, including 785 males and 682 females.
How many households are there in Softa?
Softa had 338 households.
What is the literacy rate in Softa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Softa was 79.94%. Male literacy was 94.85% and female literacy was 63.20%.