Soke - Parola, Jalgaon
Soke is a village situated in the Parola tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parola and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Mundane P.a. serves as the Village Panchayat for Soke village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soke is 527626. The village covers a total geographical area of 257 hectares and falls under the 425111 pincode. Parola is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Soke village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Erandol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soke
According to the 2011 Census, Soke village had a total population of 435 people, including 222 males and 213 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.84%, with male literacy at 88.08% and female literacy at 73.40%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 159.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 435 | 222 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 78 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 170 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 52 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Soke
Soke 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pimpri Pr.utran | South-East | 1.58 km |
| Toli | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Karanji Bk | North | 2.62 km |
| Hiwarkhede Kh. | West | 3.30 km |
| Undirkhede | East | 3.96 km |
| Tardi | South-East | 4.58 km |
| Vichkhede | North-East | 4.63 km |
| Bole | South-West | 4.78 km |
| Udanidigar | East | 4.80 km |
| Pimpal Bhairao | North-West | 5.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soke
Public transport in the Soke is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shirud, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Parola to Soke is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Soke is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soke
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soke 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Soke
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soke 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Soke
Where is Soke located?
Soke village is located in Parola Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Soke?
The Village Panchayat of Soke is Mundane P.a..
What is the pincode of Soke?
The pincode of Soke is 425111.
What is the population of Soke?
Soke had a total population of 435, including 222 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Soke?
Soke had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soke?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soke was 80.84%. Male literacy was 88.08% and female literacy was 73.40%.