Sohdag
Sohdag is a village located in Namkum subdivision of Ranchi district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Namkum (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Ranchi. As per 2009 stats, Sodag is the gram panchayat of Sohdag village.
Here you can discover what makes Sohdag unique in its vibrant Namkum-Ranchi region. You’ll see Sohdag’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 Sohdag
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sohdag is 373972. The village spans a total geographical area of 712.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835221. Namkum is nearest town to Sohdag village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Sohdag 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 Khijri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ranchi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sohdag
Population of Sohdag
According to the 2011 Census, Sohdag has a total population of about 1,671, with approximately 866 males and 805 females. The sex ratio is around 929 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 247 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 1,565. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.43%, with male literacy at about 63.97% and female literacy near 33.79%. There are around 318 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sohdag's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,671 | 866 | 805 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 126 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,565 | 816 | 749 |
| Literate Population | 826 | 554 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 845 | 312 | 533 |
Connectivity of Sohdag
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sohdag. As per the 2011 stats, Sohdag had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sohdag
Knowing the nearby villages of Sohdag helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sohdag.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sohdag
- Where is Sohdag located?
- Sohdag village is situated in Namkum Subdivision, within the Ranchi district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sohdag?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sohdag is Sodag (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sohdag?
- The pincode of Sohdag is 835221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sohdag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sohdag is 1,671, with 866 males and 805 females.
- How many households are there in Sohdag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sohdag village has a total of 318 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sohdag as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sohdag is 49.43%. The male literacy rate is 63.97%, while the female literacy rate is 33.79%.