Soygaon - Nandgaon, Nashik
Soygaon is a village situated in the Nandgaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandgaon and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Soyegaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soygaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soygaon is 550358. The village covers a total geographical area of 956 hectares and falls under the 423106 pincode. Nandgaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Soygaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nandgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soygaon
As per Census 2011, Soygaon village has a total population of 1,548 people, consisting of 787 males and 761 females. The village has 281 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 256 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 949 literate and 599 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 304 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soygaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,548 | 787 | 761 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 131 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 60 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 304 | 155 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 949 | 548 | 401 |
| Illiterate Population | 599 | 239 | 360 |
Nearby Villages of Soygaon
Soygaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhauri | East | 3.77 km |
| Wadali Kh. | North-East | 3.80 km |
| Rajapur | South | 3.96 km |
| Lohshingve | West | 4.48 km |
| Bhalur | North-West | 5.05 km |
| Morzar | North-East | 5.58 km |
| Khirdipatode | East | 5.69 km |
| Laxminagar | North-West | 5.97 km |
| Panhalsathe | South | 6.53 km |
| Bangaon Bk. | North-East | 6.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soygaon
Public transport in the Soygaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Panjhan, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.1 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 Nandgaon to Soygaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Soygaon is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soygaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soygaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Soygaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soygaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Soygaon
Where is Soygaon located?
Soygaon village is located in Nandgaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soygaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Soygaon is Soyegaon.
What is the pincode of Soygaon?
The pincode of Soygaon is 423106.
What is the population of Soygaon?
Soygaon has a total population of 1,548, including 787 males and 761 females.
How many households are there in Soygaon?
There are 281 households in Soygaon.
What is the literacy rate in Soygaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soygaon is 61.30%. Male literacy is 69.63% and female literacy is 52.69%.