Sodaranal - Hosdurga, Chitradurga
Sodaranal is a village situated in the Hosdurga taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hosdurga and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Hunuvinadu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sodaranal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sodaranal is 605870. The village covers a total geographical area of 343.98 hectares and falls under the 577527 pincode. Hosdurga is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Sodaranal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hosadurga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sodaranal
As per Census 2011, Sodaranal village has a total population of 893 people, consisting of 450 males and 443 females. The village has 166 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 558 literate and 335 illiterate residents. Additionally, 212 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sodaranal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 893 | 450 | 443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 51 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 109 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 558 | 326 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 335 | 124 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Sodaranal
Sodaranal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hunavinadu | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Kappagere | South-East | 2.05 km |
| Kurubarahalli | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Bommenahalli | South | 2.85 km |
| Srirangapura (jodi) | West | 3.81 km |
| Byrapura | South-West | 3.92 km |
| Hosahalli | North-West | 4.19 km |
| Jogammanahalli | South-East | 4.31 km |
| Attigatta | South | 4.43 km |
| Goravigondanahalli | South-West | 4.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sodaranal
Public transport in the Sodaranal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hosdurga Road, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 118.5 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hosdurga to Sodaranal is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Sodaranal is about 68 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 Sodaranal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sodaranal 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sodaranal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sodaranal 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 Sodaranal
Where is Sodaranal located?
Sodaranal village is located in Hosdurga Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sodaranal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sodaranal is Hunuvinadu.
What is the pincode of Sodaranal?
The pincode of Sodaranal is 577527.
What is the population of Sodaranal?
Sodaranal has a total population of 893, including 450 males and 443 females.
How many households are there in Sodaranal?
There are 166 households in Sodaranal.
What is the literacy rate in Sodaranal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sodaranal is 62.49%. Male literacy is 72.44% and female literacy is 52.37%.