Sodipur - Tumsar, Bhandara
Sodipur is a village situated in the Tumsar tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumsar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Gudarikhurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sodipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sodipur is 536697. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 441907 pincode. Tumsar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sodipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sodipur
As per Census 2011, Sodipur village has a total population of 367 people, consisting of 174 males and 193 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,109 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 244 literate and 123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 294 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sodipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 367 | 174 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 294 | 139 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 127 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 47 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Sodipur
Sodipur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sodipur
Sodipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Tumsar to Sodipur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhandara to Sodipur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sodipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sodipur 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 Sodipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sodipur 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 Sodipur
Where is Sodipur located?
Sodipur village is located in Tumsar Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sodipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sodipur is Gudarikhurd.
What is the pincode of Sodipur?
The pincode of Sodipur is 441907.
What is the population of Sodipur?
Sodipur has a total population of 367, including 174 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Sodipur?
There are 77 households in Sodipur.
What is the literacy rate in Sodipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sodipur is 66.49%. Male literacy is 72.99% and female literacy is 60.62%.