Sohgaon

Sohgaon is a village located in Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 0.3km away from sub-district headquarter Pakhanjur (tehsildar office) and 127km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Shyam Nagar is the gram panchayat of Sohgaon village.

Sohgaon has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker 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 Sohgaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sohgaon is 448292. The village spans a total geographical area of 448.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497339. Pakhanjur is nearest town to Sohgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 140km away.

When it comes to local governance, Sohgaon 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 Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Sohgaon

Below is a concise population overview of Sohgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 484 220 264
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 74 28 46
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 445 200 245
Literate Population 257 134 123
Illiterate Population 227 86 141

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sohgaon village:

  • The total population of Sohgaon village is around 484, including approximately 220 males and 264 females, with a sex ratio of 1200 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 74 children aged 0–6 years in Sohgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sohgaon village has 445 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sohgaon village is about 53.10%, with male literacy at 60.91% and female literacy at 46.59%.
  • There are around 94 households in Sohgaon village.

Connectivity of Sohgaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sohgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Sohgaon 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sohgaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Sohgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sohgaon.

Jaishri Nagar Vanshri Yogendra Nagar Matoli Hariharpur Nawagondahoor Penkodo Murawandi Anupur Indraprasth Udaiopur

Frequently Asked Questions about Sohgaon

Where is Sohgaon located?
Sohgaon village is situated in Pakhanjur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sohgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Sohgaon is Shyam Nagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sohgaon?
The pincode of Sohgaon is 497339, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sohgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sohgaon is 484, with 220 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Sohgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sohgaon village has a total of 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sohgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sohgaon is 53.10%. The male literacy rate is 60.91%, while the female literacy rate is 46.59%.