Sodam
Sodam is a Town and Mandal in Chittoor District of Andhra Pradesh. In India, a mandal is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Sodam Block (CD) is 05394. The total area of Sodam Mandal is 205 km². Sodam has a sex ratio of approximately 954 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Sodam Mandal
Sodam Mandal has a total of 13 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Sodam Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ammagaripalle | Ammagaripalle | Punganur (40 km) |
| 2 | Booragamanda | Booragamanda | Punganur (48 km) |
| 3 | Cherukuvaripalle | Cherukuvaripalle | Punganur (49 km) |
| 4 | Chintamakulapalle | 79 Chintamakulapalle | Punganur (55 km) |
| 5 | Errathivaripalle | Yarrathivaripalle | Punganur (45 km) |
| 6 | Gongivaripalle | Gongivaripalle | Punganur (38 km) |
| 7 | Khambhamvaripalle | Khambamvaripalle | Punganur (46 km) |
| 8 | Nadigadda | Nadigadda | Punganur (45 km) |
| 9 | Palamanda | Palamanda | Punganur (50 km) |
| 10 | Sodam | Sodam | Punganur (42 km) |
| 11 | Thatiguntapalem | Thatiguntapalem | Punganur (47 km) |
| 12 | Thimmanayanipalle | Thimmanayanapalle | Punganur (33 km) |
| 13 | Vootupalle | Chinthalavaripalle | Punganur (50 km) |
Population of Sodam Mandal
The population profile of Sodam Mandal offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Sodam Mandal's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 34,394 | 34,394 | N/A |
| Male Population | 17,598 | 17,598 | N/A |
| Female Population | 16,796 | 16,796 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,307 | 3,307 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,772 | 1,772 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,535 | 1,535 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 21,146 | 21,146 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 12,362 | 12,362 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 8,784 | 8,784 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 13,248 | 13,248 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 5,236 | 5,236 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 8,012 | 8,012 | N/A |
| Total Households | 8,992 | 8,992 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 34,394 people. Includes nearly 17,598 males and 16,796 females. Rural population is about 34,394 people.
- There are around 3,307 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 1,772 boys and 1,535 girls.
- Literate population is about 21,146 people. Non-literate population is around 13,248 people.
- There are nearly 8,992 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Sodam Mandal, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 4,702 | 4,702 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 2,407 | 2,407 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 2,295 | 2,295 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 898 | 898 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 437 | 437 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 461 | 461 | N/A |
| Population Density | 168 / km² | 168 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Sodam Mandal is approximately 4,702 people, including 2,407 males and 2,295 females. Around 4,702 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Sodam Mandal is about 898 people, including 437 males and 461 females. Around 898 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 168 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 168 people per sq. km.