Sohpur
Sohpur is a village located in Gurur tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Gurur (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Sonhpur is the gram panchayat of Sohpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sohpur unique in its vibrant Gurur-Durg region. You’ll see Sohpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sohpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sohpur is 443390. The village spans a total geographical area of 581.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491227. Gurur is nearest town to Sohpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Sohpur
Population of Sohpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sohpur has a total population of about 2,046, with approximately 1,017 males and 1,029 females. The sex ratio is around 1011 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 216 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 65 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 395. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.46%, with male literacy at about 82.01% and female literacy near 69.00%. There are around 392 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sohpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,046 | 1,017 | 1,029 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 117 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 395 | 194 | 201 |
| Literate Population | 1,544 | 834 | 710 |
| Illiterate Population | 502 | 183 | 319 |
Connectivity of Sohpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sohpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sohpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sohpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sohpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sohpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sohpur
- Where is Sohpur located?
- Sohpur village is situated in Gurur Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sohpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sohpur is Sonhpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sohpur?
- The pincode of Sohpur is 491227, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sohpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sohpur is 2,046, with 1,017 males and 1,029 females.
- How many households are there in Sohpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sohpur village has a total of 392 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sohpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sohpur is 75.46%. The male literacy rate is 82.01%, while the female literacy rate is 69.00%.