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
According to the 2011 Census, Soda village had a total population of 3,960 people, including 2,036 males and 1,924 females, living in 725 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.25%, with male literacy at 75.70% and female literacy at 43.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 631.
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 | 3,960 | 2,036 | 1,924 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 534 | 262 | 272 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 631 | 332 | 299 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 3,960, including 2,036 males and 1,924 females.
How many households are there in Soda?
Soda had 725 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soda was 60.25%. Male literacy was 75.70% and female literacy was 43.64%.