Sohga
Sohga is a village located in Ambikapur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from Ambikapur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sohga village. As per 2009 stats, Sohga village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sohga unique in its vibrant Ambikapur-Surguja region. You’ll see Sohga’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 Sohga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sohga is 433008. The village spans a total geographical area of 613.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497001. Ambikapur is nearest town to Sohga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Sohga
Population of Sohga
According to the 2011 Census, Sohga has a total population of about 2,353, with approximately 1,180 males and 1,173 females. The sex ratio is around 994 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 362 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 34 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,174. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.23%, with male literacy at about 62.71% and female literacy near 45.69%. There are around 569 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sohga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,353 | 1,180 | 1,173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 159 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,174 | 594 | 580 |
| Literate Population | 1,276 | 740 | 536 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,077 | 440 | 637 |
Connectivity of Sohga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sohga. As per the 2011 stats, Sohga 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sohga
Knowing the nearby villages of Sohga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sohga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sohga
- Where is Sohga located?
- Sohga village is situated in Ambikapur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sohga?
- Sohga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sohga?
- The pincode of Sohga is 497001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sohga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sohga is 2,353, with 1,180 males and 1,173 females.
- How many households are there in Sohga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sohga village has a total of 569 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sohga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sohga is 54.23%. The male literacy rate is 62.71%, while the female literacy rate is 45.69%.