Sos - Chandwa, Latehar
Sos is a village situated in the Chandwa subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandwa and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Sasang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sos village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sos is 367556. The village covers a total geographical area of 676 hectares and falls under the 829203 pincode.
Sos village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Latehar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sos
As per Census 2011, Sos village has a total population of 1,516 people, consisting of 768 males and 748 females. The village has 280 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 287 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 786 literate and 730 illiterate residents. Additionally, 407 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,091 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sos are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,516 | 768 | 748 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 287 | 130 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 407 | 204 | 203 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,091 | 557 | 534 |
| Literate Population | 786 | 484 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 730 | 284 | 446 |
Nearby Villages of Sos
Sos 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bulhu | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Kulgara | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Uldag | South-East | 2.87 km |
| Ulgara | North-West | 3.11 km |
| An | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Richughutu | South-West | 3.48 km |
| Hosir | West | 3.52 km |
| Gowang | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Sukhal Katha | West | 4.15 km |
| Chetar | East | 4.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sos
Sos is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chetar, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Sos is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sos
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sos village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sos
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sos village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sos
Where is Sos located?
Sos village is located in Chandwa Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sos?
The Gram Panchayat of Sos is Sasang.
What is the pincode of Sos?
The pincode of Sos is 829203.
What is the population of Sos?
Sos has a total population of 1,516, including 768 males and 748 females.
How many households are there in Sos?
There are 280 households in Sos.
What is the literacy rate in Sos?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sos is 51.85%. Male literacy is 63.02% and female literacy is 40.37%.