Soda - Malpura, Tonk
Soda is a village situated in the Malpura tehsil of Tonk district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malpura and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Tonk. Soda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soda is 092572. The village covers a total geographical area of 1664.5 hectares and falls under the 304504 pincode. Malpura is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Soda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malpura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soda
As per Census 2011, Soda village has a total population of 3,960 people, consisting of 2,036 males and 1,924 females. The village has 725 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 534 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,064 literate and 1,896 illiterate residents. Additionally, 631 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,960 | 2,036 | 1,924 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 534 | 262 | 272 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 631 | 332 | 299 |
| Literate Population | 2,064 | 1,343 | 721 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,896 | 693 | 1,203 |
Nearby Villages of Soda
Soda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jaisinghpura | South-West | 2.70 km |
| Ganeshpura Banjaran | South-East | 2.83 km |
| Gopalpura | South-East | 3.40 km |
| Sitarampura | North | 3.59 km |
| Chosla | North-West | 3.76 km |
| Bambori | East | 4.68 km |
| Pratappura | East | 4.73 km |
| Bhairunpura | South-East | 5.09 km |
| Harnoda | West | 5.44 km |
| Dholi | South | 5.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soda
Soda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Channani, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malpura to Soda is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tonk to Soda is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Soda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Soda
Where is Soda located?
Soda village is located in Malpura Tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soda?
Soda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Soda?
The pincode of Soda is 304504.
What is the population of Soda?
Soda has a total population of 3,960, including 2,036 males and 1,924 females.
How many households are there in Soda?
There are 725 households in Soda.
What is the literacy rate in Soda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soda is 52.12%. Male literacy is 65.96% and female literacy is 37.47%.