Sohad
Sohad is a village located in Jabalpur tehsil of Jabalpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 24km away from Jabalpur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sohad village. As per 2009 stats, Souhad is the gram panchayat of Sohad village.
Sohad has its own place in the vibrant Jabalpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sohad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sohad is 489941. The village spans a total geographical area of 328.2 hectares. Jabalpur is nearest town to Sohad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sohad 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 Bargi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sohad
Population of Sohad
Below is a concise population overview of Sohad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 957 | 466 | 491 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 57 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 101 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 74 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 481 | 275 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 476 | 191 | 285 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sohad village:
- The total population of Sohad village is around 957, including approximately 466 males and 491 females, with a sex ratio of 1053 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 141 children aged 0–6 years in Sohad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sohad village has 227 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 149 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sohad village is about 50.26%, with male literacy at 59.01% and female literacy at 41.96%.
- There are around 211 households in Sohad village.
Connectivity of Sohad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sohad. As per the 2011 stats, Sohad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sohad
Knowing the nearby villages of Sohad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sohad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sohad
- Where is Sohad located?
- Sohad village is situated in Jabalpur Tehsil, within the Jabalpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sohad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sohad is Souhad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sohad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sohad is 957, with 466 males and 491 females.
- How many households are there in Sohad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sohad village has a total of 211 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sohad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sohad is 50.26%. The male literacy rate is 59.01%, while the female literacy rate is 41.96%.