Sohagaon - Etapalli, Gadchiroli
Sohagaon is a village situated in the Etapalli tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 64 km from the tehsil headquarters in Etapalli and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Sohgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sohagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohagaon is 539502. The village covers a total geographical area of 876 hectares and falls under the 442704 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Sohagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sohagaon
As per Census 2011, Sohagaon village has a total population of 256 people, consisting of 125 males and 131 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 131 literate and 125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 255 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sohagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 256 | 125 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 255 | 125 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 80 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 45 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Sohagaon
Sohagaon 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 Sohagaon
Sohagaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Sohagaon is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sohagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohagaon 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 Sohagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohagaon 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 Sohagaon
Where is Sohagaon located?
Sohagaon village is located in Etapalli Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sohagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Sohagaon is Sohgaon.
What is the pincode of Sohagaon?
The pincode of Sohagaon is 442704.
What is the population of Sohagaon?
Sohagaon has a total population of 256, including 125 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Sohagaon?
There are 48 households in Sohagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Sohagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohagaon is 51.17%. Male literacy is 64.00% and female literacy is 38.93%.