Soit - Warora, Chandrapur
Soit is a village situated in the Warora tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Warora and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Soit village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soit is 540176. The village covers a total geographical area of 907.48 hectares and falls under the 442907 pincode. Warora is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Soit village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Soit
As per Census 2011, Soit village has a total population of 1,641 people, consisting of 862 males and 779 females. The village has 415 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,179 literate and 462 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 210 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soit are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,641 | 862 | 779 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 88 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 81 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 210 | 110 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 1,179 | 667 | 512 |
| Illiterate Population | 462 | 195 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Soit
Soit 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dindoda | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Kohapara | South | 2.82 km |
| Borgaon Rith | East | 3.00 km |
| Bamarda | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Bori | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Bakharda Rith | North | 3.58 km |
| Sawangi | West | 3.59 km |
| Kosara | South-West | 3.62 km |
| Madheli | North-East | 3.77 km |
| Dhanora (ujad) | South-West | 4.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soit
Soit is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chikni Road, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.5 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 Warora to Soit is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Soit is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soit
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soit 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Soit
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soit 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 Soit
Where is Soit located?
Soit village is located in Warora Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soit?
Soit is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Soit?
The pincode of Soit is 442907.
What is the population of Soit?
Soit has a total population of 1,641, including 862 males and 779 females.
How many households are there in Soit?
There are 415 households in Soit.
What is the literacy rate in Soit?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soit is 71.85%. Male literacy is 77.38% and female literacy is 65.73%.