Sodegaon - Kalamnuri, Hingoli
Sodegaon is a village situated in the Kalamnuri tehsil of Hingoli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalamnuri and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Hingoli. Sodegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sodegaon is 546172. The village covers a total geographical area of 845.72 hectares and falls under the 431702 pincode. Kalamnuri is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sodegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalamnuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sodegaon
As per Census 2011, Sodegaon village has a total population of 2,103 people, consisting of 1,085 males and 1,018 females. The village has 431 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 298 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,351 literate and 752 illiterate residents. Additionally, 190 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 686 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sodegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,103 | 1,085 | 1,018 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 298 | 150 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 104 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 686 | 353 | 333 |
| Literate Population | 1,351 | 782 | 569 |
| Illiterate Population | 752 | 303 | 449 |
Nearby Villages of Sodegaon
Sodegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sawangi | West | 1.96 km |
| Chinchoti | South | 2.24 km |
| Waranga Tarf Nandapur | North | 2.87 km |
| Renapur | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Nandapur | South | 3.05 km |
| Salegaon | East | 3.45 km |
| Takalgavhan | West | 3.54 km |
| Mhaisgavhan | South-East | 4.17 km |
| Sadas Tarf Nandapur | East | 4.44 km |
| Maldhamni | North-West | 4.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sodegaon
Sodegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nandapur, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalamnuri to Sodegaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hingoli to Sodegaon is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sodegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sodegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sodegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sodegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sodegaon
Where is Sodegaon located?
Sodegaon village is located in Kalamnuri Tehsil, Hingoli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sodegaon?
Sodegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sodegaon?
The pincode of Sodegaon is 431702.
What is the population of Sodegaon?
Sodegaon has a total population of 2,103, including 1,085 males and 1,018 females.
How many households are there in Sodegaon?
There are 431 households in Sodegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Sodegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sodegaon is 64.24%. Male literacy is 72.07% and female literacy is 55.89%.