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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Soa village has a total population of 188 people, consisting of 92 males and 96 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 129 literate and 59 illiterate residents. Additionally, 89 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 188 | 92 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 5 | 13 |
| 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 has a total population of 188, including 92 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Soa?
There are 52 households in Soa.
What is the literacy rate in Soa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soa is 68.62%. Male literacy is 81.52% and female literacy is 56.25%.