Sothi
Sothi is a village located in Champa tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Champa (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Sothi village is also a gram panchayat.
Sothi has its own place in the vibrant Janjgir Champa region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sothi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sothi is 436842. The village spans a total geographical area of 1074.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496197. Champa is nearest town to Sothi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sothi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sakri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sothi
Population of Sothi
Below is a concise population overview of Sothi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,964 | 2,036 | 1,928 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 615 | 324 | 291 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 141 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 567 | 291 | 276 |
| Literate Population | 2,225 | 1,329 | 896 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,739 | 707 | 1,032 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sothi village:
- The total population of Sothi village is around 3,964, including approximately 2,036 males and 1,928 females, with a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 615 children aged 0–6 years in Sothi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sothi village has 276 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 567 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sothi village is about 56.13%, with male literacy at 65.28% and female literacy at 46.47%.
- There are around 848 households in Sothi village.
Connectivity of Sothi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sothi. As per the 2011 stats, Sothi 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sothi
Knowing the nearby villages of Sothi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sothi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sothi
- Where is Sothi located?
- Sothi village is situated in Champa Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sothi?
- Sothi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sothi?
- The pincode of Sothi is 496197, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sothi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sothi is 3,964, with 2,036 males and 1,928 females.
- How many households are there in Sothi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sothi village has a total of 848 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sothi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sothi is 56.13%. The male literacy rate is 65.28%, while the female literacy rate is 46.47%.