Sojana - Lateri, Vidisha
Sojana is a village situated in the Lateri tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lateri and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Tonkara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sojana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sojana is 480618. The village covers a total geographical area of 551.13 hectares and falls under the 464114 pincode. Lateri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sojana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sojana
As per Census 2011, Sojana village has a total population of 975 people, consisting of 515 males and 460 females. The village has 181 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 185 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 547 literate and 428 illiterate residents. Additionally, 305 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sojana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 975 | 515 | 460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 100 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 305 | 164 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 547 | 341 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 174 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Sojana
Sojana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barkheda Ghosi | North | 1.70 km |
| Rampur Nouabad | West | 1.83 km |
| Ibrahimganj | South | 2.21 km |
| Semara Bhoot | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Tonkara | South | 2.80 km |
| Jagatpur | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Ratangarh | North | 3.37 km |
| Amkheda | North-East | 3.71 km |
| Mohammadgarh | South | 3.85 km |
| Sagada | North | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sojana
Sojana is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ganj Basoda, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lateri to Sojana is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Sojana is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sojana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sojana 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 Sojana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sojana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sojana
Where is Sojana located?
Sojana village is located in Lateri Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sojana?
The Gram Panchayat of Sojana is Tonkara.
What is the pincode of Sojana?
The pincode of Sojana is 464114.
What is the population of Sojana?
Sojana has a total population of 975, including 515 males and 460 females.
How many households are there in Sojana?
There are 181 households in Sojana.
What is the literacy rate in Sojana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sojana is 56.10%. Male literacy is 66.21% and female literacy is 44.78%.