Soa - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Soa is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.1 km from Polba and around 13.4 km from Chinsura. Polba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soa is 325172. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.21 hectares and falls under the 712303 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Soa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chunchura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soa
According to the 2011 Census, Soa village had a total population of 188 people, including 92 males and 96 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.88%, with male literacy at 86.21% and female literacy at 65.06%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 89.
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 | 188 | 92 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 5 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 42 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 75 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 17 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Soa
Soa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barun Napara | South | 0.82 km |
| Ochai | North-East | 0.86 km |
| Belgare | East | 1.61 km |
| Araji Jotchandi | South | 1.66 km |
| Bhaturia | East | 1.75 km |
| Ramnagar | South | 1.76 km |
| Amnan | South-West | 1.79 km |
| Paunan | West | 1.90 km |
| Polba | North | 2.28 km |
| Shibrampur | North-East | 2.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soa
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Soa. The nearest railway station is Adi Saptagram, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chinsurah to Soa is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Soa is about 13.4 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Soa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soa 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Soa
Where is Soa located?
Soa village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Soa?
The Gram Panchayat of Soa is Polba.
What is the pincode of Soa?
The pincode of Soa is 712303.
What is the population of Soa?
Soa had a total population of 188, including 92 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Soa?
Soa had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soa was 75.88%. Male literacy was 86.21% and female literacy was 65.06%.