Sohanpur - Lailunga, Raigarh
Sohanpur is a village situated in the Lailunga tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lailunga and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Mohanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sohanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohanpur is 434631. The village covers a total geographical area of 379.84 hectares and falls under the 496113 pincode. Lailunga is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Sohanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lailunga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sohanpur
As per Census 2011, Sohanpur village has a total population of 486 people, consisting of 237 males and 249 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 265 literate and 221 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 250 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sohanpur are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sohanpur
Sohanpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sagarpali | South | 1.94 km |
| Mohanpur | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Jhagarpur | East | 3.19 km |
| Laripani | South-West | 3.45 km |
| Gunu | South | 4.40 km |
| Banekela | South-East | 4.49 km |
| Tilaidarha | South-East | 4.55 km |
| Gahira | South-East | 4.63 km |
| Chilkaguda | West | 5.02 km |
| Pahadludeg | North-East | 5.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sohanpur
Sohanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhupdeopur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lailunga to Sohanpur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Sohanpur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sohanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sohanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohanpur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sohanpur
Where is Sohanpur located?
Sohanpur village is located in Lailunga Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sohanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sohanpur is Mohanpur.
What is the pincode of Sohanpur?
The pincode of Sohanpur is 496113.
What is the population of Sohanpur?
Sohanpur has a total population of 486, including 237 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Sohanpur?
There are 129 households in Sohanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sohanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohanpur is 54.53%. Male literacy is 69.62% and female literacy is 40.16%.