Sodo - Ichagarh, Saraikela Kharsawan
Sodo is a village situated in the Ichagarh subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 21 km from Ichagarh and around 65 km from Sarikela. Sodo village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sodo is 378870. The village covers a total geographical area of 1235 hectares and falls under the 833216 pincode. Jamshedpur is the nearest town.
Sodo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ichagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranchi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sodo
As per Census 2011, Sodo village has a total population of 2,392 people, consisting of 1,211 males and 1,181 females. The village has 535 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 358 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,191 literate and 1,201 illiterate residents. Additionally, 134 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 368 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sodo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,392 | 1,211 | 1,181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 180 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 71 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 368 | 188 | 180 |
| Literate Population | 1,191 | 737 | 454 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,201 | 474 | 727 |
Nearby Villages of Sodo
Sodo 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kurmadih | South-West | 2.21 km |
| Bardadih | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Saparam | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Khiri | South-East | 2.72 km |
| Raghunathpur | West | 2.78 km |
| Matkamdiih | South | 2.87 km |
| Birdih | North | 2.95 km |
| Bamundiih | East | 3.20 km |
| Gobindpur | South-East | 3.45 km |
| Tiraldih | East | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sodo
Sodo is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tiraldih, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sarikela to Sodo is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sodo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sodo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sodo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sodo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sodo
Where is Sodo located?
Sodo village is located in Ichagarh Subdivision, Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sodo?
Sodo is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sodo?
The pincode of Sodo is 833216.
What is the population of Sodo?
Sodo has a total population of 2,392, including 1,211 males and 1,181 females.
How many households are there in Sodo?
There are 535 households in Sodo.
What is the literacy rate in Sodo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sodo is 49.79%. Male literacy is 60.86% and female literacy is 38.44%.