Sohangara - Malhargarh, Mandsaur
Sohangara is a village situated in the Malhargarh tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malhargarh and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Ranayra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sohangara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohangara is 469262. The village covers a total geographical area of 473.76 hectares and falls under the 458556 pincode. Narayangarh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sohangara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malhargarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sohangara
As per Census 2011, Sohangara village has a total population of 1,293 people, consisting of 647 males and 646 females. The village has 307 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 176 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 671 literate and 622 illiterate residents. Additionally, 296 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sohangara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,293 | 647 | 646 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 93 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 155 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 671 | 447 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 622 | 200 | 422 |
Nearby Villages of Sohangara
Sohangara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Takhatpur | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Nagadpipalya | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Ranayra | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Beed Nirdhari | South | 3.20 km |
| Abakhedi | South-East | 3.38 km |
| Billaud | East | 3.75 km |
| Napakheda | North | 3.80 km |
| Padliyamaru | South-East | 4.16 km |
| Piplyajodha | North-East | 4.50 km |
| Talabpipalya | North-West | 4.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sohangara
Sohangara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sindpan, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narayangarh to Sohangara is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Sohangara is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sohangara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohangara 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 Sohangara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohangara 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sohangara
Where is Sohangara located?
Sohangara village is located in Malhargarh Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sohangara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sohangara is Ranayra.
What is the pincode of Sohangara?
The pincode of Sohangara is 458556.
What is the population of Sohangara?
Sohangara has a total population of 1,293, including 647 males and 646 females.
How many households are there in Sohangara?
There are 307 households in Sohangara.
What is the literacy rate in Sohangara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohangara is 51.89%. Male literacy is 69.09% and female literacy is 34.67%.