Soit - Umarkhed, Yavatmal
Soit is a village situated in the Umarkhed tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 63 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umarkhed and around 163 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Siot Gh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soit village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soit is 543023. The village covers a total geographical area of 425.54 hectares and falls under the 445206 pincode. Kinwat is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Soit 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
According to the 2011 Census, Soit village had a total population of 529 people, including 267 males and 262 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.27%, with male literacy at 86.82% and female literacy at 66.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 411.
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 | 529 | 267 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 47 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 411 | 213 | 198 |
| Literate Population | 344 | 191 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 76 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Soit
Soit is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Soit
Soit is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kinwat to Soit is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Soit is about 163 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soit
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soit village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Soit
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Soit
Where is Soit located?
Soit village is located in Umarkhed Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soit?
The Gram Panchayat of Soit is Siot Gh.
What is the pincode of Soit?
The pincode of Soit is 445206.
What is the population of Soit?
Soit had a total population of 529, including 267 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Soit?
Soit had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soit?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soit was 76.27%. Male literacy was 86.82% and female literacy was 66.23%.