Soni

Soni is a village located in Goregaon tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Goregaon (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Soni village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Soni unique in its vibrant Goregaon-Gondiya region. You’ll see Soni’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Soni

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Soni is 537678. The village spans a total geographical area of 830.28 hectares. Gondiya is nearest town to Soni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

When it comes to local governance, Soni village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tirora Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Soni

According to the 2011 Census, Soni has a total population of about 2,913, with approximately 1,434 males and 1,479 females. The sex ratio is around 1031 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 291 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 134 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 111. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.90%, with male literacy at about 83.05% and female literacy near 70.93%. There are around 657 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Soni's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,913 1,434 1,479
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 291 151 140
Scheduled Castes (SC) 134 65 69
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 111 45 66
Literate Population 2,240 1,191 1,049
Illiterate Population 673 243 430

Connectivity of Soni

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Soni. As per the 2011 stats, Soni had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Soni

Knowing the nearby villages of Soni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Soni.

Frequently Asked Questions about Soni

Where is Soni located?
Soni village is situated in Goregaon Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soni?
Soni serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Soni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Soni is 2,913, with 1,434 males and 1,479 females.
How many households are there in Soni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Soni village has a total of 657 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soni as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Soni is 76.90%. The male literacy rate is 83.05%, while the female literacy rate is 70.93%.