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
According to the 2011 Census, Soegaon Devi village had a total population of 3,032 people, including 1,547 males and 1,485 females, living in 669 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.35%, with male literacy at 80.58% and female literacy at 49.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 229, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 3,032 | 1,547 | 1,485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 443 | 239 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 109 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 0 | 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 had a total population of 3,032, including 1,547 males and 1,485 females.
How many households are there in Soegaon Devi?
Soegaon Devi had 669 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soegaon Devi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soegaon Devi was 65.35%. Male literacy was 80.58% and female literacy was 49.80%.