Soegaon Devi - Bhokardan, Jalna
Soegaon Devi is a village situated in the Bhokardan tehsil of Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhokardan and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Jalna. Soyagaon Devi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soegaon Devi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soegaon Devi is 547358. The village covers a total geographical area of 1310.57 hectares and falls under the 431114 pincode. Bhokardan is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Soegaon Devi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badnapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soegaon Devi
As per Census 2011, Soegaon Devi village has a total population of 3,032 people, consisting of 1,547 males and 1,485 females. The village has 669 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 443 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,692 literate and 1,340 illiterate residents. Additionally, 229 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soegaon Devi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,032 | 1,547 | 1,485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 443 | 239 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 109 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | - | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,692 | 1,054 | 638 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,340 | 493 | 847 |
Nearby Villages of Soegaon Devi
Soegaon Devi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belura | South | 2.31 km |
| Walsa Khalsa | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Dawargaon | South-West | 3.55 km |
| Garkheda | North | 3.70 km |
| Kumbhari | North-West | 3.73 km |
| Koparda | South-West | 3.79 km |
| Baranjala (lokhande) | East | 4.04 km |
| Walsa Dawargaon | South | 4.15 km |
| Jomala | North | 4.16 km |
| Melkheda | South-East | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soegaon Devi
Soegaon Devi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badnapur, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhokardan to Soegaon Devi is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalna to Soegaon Devi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soegaon Devi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soegaon Devi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Soegaon Devi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soegaon Devi 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 Soegaon Devi
Where is Soegaon Devi located?
Soegaon Devi village is located in Bhokardan Tehsil, Jalna district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soegaon Devi?
The Gram Panchayat of Soegaon Devi is Soyagaon Devi.
What is the pincode of Soegaon Devi?
The pincode of Soegaon Devi is 431114.
What is the population of Soegaon Devi?
Soegaon Devi has a total population of 3,032, including 1,547 males and 1,485 females.
How many households are there in Soegaon Devi?
There are 669 households in Soegaon Devi.
What is the literacy rate in Soegaon Devi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soegaon Devi is 55.80%. Male literacy is 68.13% and female literacy is 42.96%.