Sodani - Garhakota, Sagar
Sodani is a village situated in the Garhakota tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhakota and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Choka (p) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sodani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sodani is 460969. The village covers a total geographical area of 217.3 hectares and falls under the 470232 pincode. Garhakota is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Sodani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sodani
As per Census 2011, Sodani village has a total population of 253 people, consisting of 134 males and 119 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 116 literate and 137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 155 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sodani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 253 | 134 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 79 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 72 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 62 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Sodani
Sodani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Umara | South-West | 2.40 km |
| Choka | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Jamuniya Mal. | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Tada | North | 3.10 km |
| Khari | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Borai | South-East | 3.77 km |
| Chandrapura | South | 4.07 km |
| Pahred | South | 4.26 km |
| Hathna Bansa | East | 4.72 km |
| Nandrai | East | 4.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sodani
Sodani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ganeshganj, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Garhakota to Sodani is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sagar to Sodani is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sodani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sodani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sodani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sodani 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 Sodani
Where is Sodani located?
Sodani village is located in Garhakota Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sodani?
The Gram Panchayat of Sodani is Choka (p).
What is the pincode of Sodani?
The pincode of Sodani is 470232.
What is the population of Sodani?
Sodani has a total population of 253, including 134 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Sodani?
There are 64 households in Sodani.
What is the literacy rate in Sodani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sodani is 45.85%. Male literacy is 53.73% and female literacy is 36.97%.