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.
Here you can discover what makes Sohgaon unique in its vibrant Pakhanjur-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Sohgaon’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 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.
Google Map of Sohgaon
Population of Sohgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Sohgaon has a total population of about 484, with approximately 220 males and 264 females. The sex ratio is around 1200 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 74 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 445. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.10%, with male literacy at about 60.91% and female literacy near 46.59%. There are around 94 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sohgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.