Sohanpur
Sohanpur is a village located in Lailunga tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Lailunga (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Mohanpur is the gram panchayat of Sohanpur village.
Sohanpur has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh 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 Sohanpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sohanpur is 434631. The village spans a total geographical area of 379.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496113. Lailunga is nearest town to Sohanpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sohanpur 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 Lailundra Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sohanpur
Population of Sohanpur
Below is a concise population overview of Sohanpur 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 | 486 | 237 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 24 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 250 | 115 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 165 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 72 | 149 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sohanpur village:
- The total population of Sohanpur village is around 486, including approximately 237 males and 249 females, with a sex ratio of 1050 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 56 children aged 0–6 years in Sohanpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sohanpur village has 39 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 250 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sohanpur village is about 54.53%, with male literacy at 69.62% and female literacy at 40.16%.
- There are around 129 households in Sohanpur village.
Connectivity of Sohanpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sohanpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sohanpur 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 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sohanpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sohanpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sohanpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sohanpur
- Where is Sohanpur located?
- Sohanpur village is situated in Lailunga Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sohanpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sohanpur is Mohanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sohanpur?
- The pincode of Sohanpur is 496113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sohanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sohanpur is 486, with 237 males and 249 females.
- How many households are there in Sohanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sohanpur village has a total of 129 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sohanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sohanpur is 54.53%. The male literacy rate is 69.62%, while the female literacy rate is 40.16%.