Sohagpur - Pithora, Mahasamund
Sohagpur is a village situated in the Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pithaura and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Sohagpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohagpur is 446337. The village covers a total geographical area of 794.64 hectares and falls under the 493449 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sohagpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khallari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sohagpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sohagpur village had a total population of 952 people, including 479 males and 473 females, living in 227 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.89%, with male literacy at 80.10% and female literacy at 51.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 514.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 952 | 479 | 473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 72 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 514 | 258 | 256 |
| Literate Population | 539 | 326 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 413 | 153 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Sohagpur
Sohagpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sohagpur
Sohagpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sohagpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagbahara to Sohagpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Sohagpur is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sohagpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohagpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sohagpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohagpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sohagpur
Where is Sohagpur located?
Sohagpur village is located in Pithora Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sohagpur?
Sohagpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sohagpur?
The pincode of Sohagpur is 493449.
What is the population of Sohagpur?
Sohagpur had a total population of 952, including 479 males and 473 females.
How many households are there in Sohagpur?
Sohagpur had 227 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sohagpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohagpur was 65.89%. Male literacy was 80.10% and female literacy was 51.82%.