Soyagaon - Buldana, Buldhana
Soyagaon is a village situated in the Buldana tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 33 km from Buldana and around 33 km from Buldana. Soyegaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soyagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soyagaon is 529300. The village covers a total geographical area of 470.73 hectares and falls under the 443106 pincode. Buldana is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Soyagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikhli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buldhana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soyagaon
As per Census 2011, Soyagaon village has a total population of 1,131 people, consisting of 597 males and 534 females. The village has 228 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 774 literate and 357 illiterate residents. Additionally, 181 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soyagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,131 | 597 | 534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 76 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 101 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 774 | 464 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 133 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Soyagaon
Soyagaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pangarkhed | East | 1.28 km |
| Warud | South | 1.70 km |
| Masrul | West | 2.49 km |
| Shekapur | North | 2.89 km |
| Jamathi | East | 3.26 km |
| Dhamangaon | South-West | 3.74 km |
| Taradkhed | North-West | 4.05 km |
| Domrul | South-West | 4.22 km |
| Dhad | South | 4.28 km |
| Padmavati | West | 5.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soyagaon
Soyagaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jamner, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.7 km.
| 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 Buldana to Soyagaon is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soyagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soyagaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Soyagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soyagaon 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 Soyagaon
Where is Soyagaon located?
Soyagaon village is located in Buldana Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soyagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Soyagaon is Soyegaon.
What is the pincode of Soyagaon?
The pincode of Soyagaon is 443106.
What is the population of Soyagaon?
Soyagaon has a total population of 1,131, including 597 males and 534 females.
How many households are there in Soyagaon?
There are 228 households in Soyagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Soyagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soyagaon is 68.44%. Male literacy is 77.72% and female literacy is 58.05%.