Sohdag - Latehar
Sohdag is a village situated in the Latehar subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Latehar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Newadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sohdag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohdag is 367297. The village covers a total geographical area of 1027 hectares and falls under the 829206 pincode.
Sohdag 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 Sohdag
As per Census 2011, Sohdag village has a total population of 888 people, consisting of 456 males and 432 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 251 literate and 637 illiterate residents. Additionally, 253 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 537 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sohdag are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 888 | 456 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 102 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 143 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 537 | 273 | 264 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 169 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 637 | 287 | 350 |
Nearby Villages of Sohdag
Sohdag 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hesiklbar | West | 2.70 km |
| Sikid | North | 2.76 km |
| Munukdag | East | 2.98 km |
| Matnag | West | 3.33 km |
| Kaima | South | 3.56 km |
| Tubed | South | 3.61 km |
| Dihi | South-East | 3.68 km |
| Ambajharan | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Bandarlauria | East | 3.89 km |
| Dhobia Tharan | South-East | 4.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sohdag
Sohdag is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Latehar, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Sohdag is about 15 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 Sohdag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohdag 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sohdag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohdag 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 Sohdag
Where is Sohdag located?
Sohdag village is located in Latehar Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sohdag?
The Gram Panchayat of Sohdag is Newadi.
What is the pincode of Sohdag?
The pincode of Sohdag is 829206.
What is the population of Sohdag?
Sohdag has a total population of 888, including 456 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Sohdag?
There are 145 households in Sohdag.
What is the literacy rate in Sohdag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohdag is 28.27%. Male literacy is 37.06% and female literacy is 18.98%.