Soit (M) - Umarkhed, Yavatmal
Soit (M) is a village situated in the Umarkhed tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umarkhed and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Soit(m) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soit (M) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soit (M) is 543004. The village covers a total geographical area of 1421.41 hectares and falls under the 445206 pincode. Umarkhed is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Soit (M) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soit (M)
As per Census 2011, Soit (M) village has a total population of 1,252 people, consisting of 645 males and 607 females. The village has 318 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 898 literate and 354 illiterate residents. Additionally, 516 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soit (M) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,252 | 645 | 607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 98 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 516 | 250 | 266 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 898 | 504 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 141 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Soit (M)
Soit (M) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Waltur | East | 1.10 km |
| Ghadoli | North | 1.66 km |
| Bhawani | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Digras | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Borgaon | West | 4.19 km |
| Korta | South-East | 4.30 km |
| Dhanora (digdi) | North | 4.31 km |
| Dongargaon | North-West | 4.68 km |
| Mohpur | North | 4.99 km |
| Rampur | South-West | 5.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soit (M)
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Soit (M). The nearest railway station is Kinwat, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkhed to Soit (M) is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Soit (M) is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soit (M)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soit (M) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Soit (M)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soit (M) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Soit (M)
Where is Soit (M) located?
Soit (M) village is located in Umarkhed Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soit (M)?
The Gram Panchayat of Soit (M) is Soit(m).
What is the pincode of Soit (M)?
The pincode of Soit (M) is 445206.
What is the population of Soit (M)?
Soit (M) has a total population of 1,252, including 645 males and 607 females.
How many households are there in Soit (M)?
There are 318 households in Soit (M).
What is the literacy rate in Soit (M)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soit (M) is 71.73%. Male literacy is 78.14% and female literacy is 64.91%.