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.
Here you can discover what makes Sothi unique in its vibrant Champa-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Sothi’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sothi has a total population of about 3,964, with approximately 2,036 males and 1,928 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 615 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 276 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 567. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.13%, with male literacy at about 65.28% and female literacy near 46.47%. There are around 848 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sothi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.