Soygaon - Kopargaon, Ahilyanagar
Soygaon is a village situated in the Kopargaon tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from Kopargaon and around 100 km from Ahmadnagar. Ves serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soygaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soygaon is 557562. The village covers a total geographical area of 446 hectares and falls under the 423603 pincode. Kopargaon is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Soygaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kopargaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirdi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soygaon
As per Census 2011, Soygaon village has a total population of 815 people, consisting of 435 males and 380 females. The village has 178 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 533 literate and 282 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 174 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soygaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 815 | 435 | 380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 86 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 94 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 533 | 304 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 131 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Soygaon
Soygaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Soygaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Soygaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kopargaon to Soygaon is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Soygaon is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soygaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soygaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Soygaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soygaon 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Soygaon
Where is Soygaon located?
Soygaon village is located in Kopargaon Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soygaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Soygaon is Ves.
What is the pincode of Soygaon?
The pincode of Soygaon is 423603.
What is the population of Soygaon?
Soygaon has a total population of 815, including 435 males and 380 females.
How many households are there in Soygaon?
There are 178 households in Soygaon.
What is the literacy rate in Soygaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soygaon is 65.40%. Male literacy is 69.89% and female literacy is 60.26%.