Soila - Petlawad, Jhabua
Soila is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Kudwas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soila is 504363. The village covers a total geographical area of 313.36 hectares and falls under the 457775 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Soila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Soila
As per Census 2011, Soila village has a total population of 705 people, consisting of 354 males and 351 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 245 literate and 460 illiterate residents. Additionally, 700 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 705 | 354 | 351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 74 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 700 | 352 | 348 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 153 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 460 | 201 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Soila
Soila 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alasya Khedi | North | 1.19 km |
| Ratamba | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Kudwas | West | 2.42 km |
| Mathuria | East | 2.42 km |
| Ghodathal | East | 2.49 km |
| Dhanpura | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Talabpada | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Ralyawan | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Dalpura | South-East | 3.19 km |
| Suwarpada | North | 3.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soila
Soila is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Panch Pipila, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.3 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Petlawad to Soila is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Soila 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 Soila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Soila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Soila
Where is Soila located?
Soila village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soila?
The Gram Panchayat of Soila is Kudwas.
What is the pincode of Soila?
The pincode of Soila is 457775.
What is the population of Soila?
Soila has a total population of 705, including 354 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Soila?
There are 141 households in Soila.
What is the literacy rate in Soila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soila is 34.75%. Male literacy is 43.22% and female literacy is 26.21%.