Soda - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Soda is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Satahara Mohan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soda is 186759. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.43 hectares and falls under the 273211 pincode. Khajni is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soda
According to the 2011 Census, Soda village had a total population of 895 people, including 476 males and 419 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.60%, with male literacy at 75.13% and female literacy at 40.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 313.
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 | 895 | 476 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 82 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 313 | 169 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 436 | 296 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 459 | 180 | 279 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghonasaree | North-East | 0.85 km |
| Murdewachak | West | 0.97 km |
| Kasimpurjigini | North-West | 1.12 km |
| Chakrajpur | East | 1.36 km |
| Anawa | North-East | 1.45 km |
| Siruwapar | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Kanhauli | South | 1.71 km |
| Gidaha | North | 1.83 km |
| Bakuchi | West | 1.84 km |
| Khairee | North-West | 1.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soda
The nearest railway station is Maghar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khajni to Soda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Soda is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Soda
Where is Soda located?
Soda village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soda?
The Gram Panchayat of Soda is Satahara Mohan.
What is the pincode of Soda?
The pincode of Soda is 273211.
What is the population of Soda?
Soda had a total population of 895, including 476 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Soda?
Soda had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soda was 58.60%. Male literacy was 75.13% and female literacy was 40.00%.