Soijana - Manora, Washim
Soijana is a village situated in the Manora tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manora and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Soyjana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soijana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soijana is 531086. The village covers a total geographical area of 326.02 hectares and falls under the 444404 pincode. Digras is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Soijana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soijana
According to the 2011 Census, Soijana village had a total population of 1,505 people, including 777 males and 728 females, living in 344 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.82%, with male literacy at 91.12% and female literacy at 71.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85.
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 | 1,505 | 777 | 728 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 79 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 39 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,107 | 636 | 471 |
| Illiterate Population | 398 | 141 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Soijana
Soijana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panchala | South-East | 1.35 km |
| Chikhali | North | 1.90 km |
| Dhanora Bk. | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Gadegaon | East | 3.83 km |
| Waigaul | South-East | 3.95 km |
| Mahuli | West | 3.97 km |
| Karkheda | North-West | 4.08 km |
| Galamgaon | West | 4.13 km |
| Hatana | South-West | 4.56 km |
| Waroli | North | 4.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soijana
Public transport in the Soijana is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.4 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 Digras to Soijana is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Soijana is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soijana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soijana 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Soijana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soijana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Soijana
Where is Soijana located?
Soijana village is located in Manora Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soijana?
The Gram Panchayat of Soijana is Soyjana.
What is the pincode of Soijana?
The pincode of Soijana is 444404.
What is the population of Soijana?
Soijana had a total population of 1,505, including 777 males and 728 females.
How many households are there in Soijana?
Soijana had 344 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soijana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soijana was 81.82%. Male literacy was 91.12% and female literacy was 71.91%.