Sogaon - Karmala, Solapur
Sogaon is a village situated in the Karmala tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karmala and around 136 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Sogaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sogaon is 561791. The village covers a total geographical area of 1880.9 hectares and falls under the 413206 pincode. Karmala is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sogaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karmala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sogaon
As per Census 2011, Sogaon village has a total population of 2,533 people, consisting of 1,319 males and 1,214 females. The village has 519 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 369 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,628 literate and 905 illiterate residents. Additionally, 360 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 57 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sogaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,533 | 1,319 | 1,214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 197 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 360 | 177 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 1,628 | 941 | 687 |
| Illiterate Population | 905 | 378 | 527 |
Nearby Villages of Sogaon
Sogaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Undargaon | North | 2.91 km |
| Ganjewalan | South-West | 3.82 km |
| Kedgaon | East | 3.83 km |
| Ritewadi | North | 3.88 km |
| Washimbe | West | 3.99 km |
| Umrad | North-East | 5.70 km |
| Chikhalthan | South-East | 5.85 km |
| Goyegaon | South-West | 5.93 km |
| Kugaon | South | 6.45 km |
| Kalashi | South-West | 7.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sogaon
Public transport in the Sogaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Washimbe, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karmala to Sogaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Sogaon is about 136 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sogaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sogaon 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 Sogaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sogaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sogaon
Where is Sogaon located?
Sogaon village is located in Karmala Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sogaon?
Sogaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sogaon?
The pincode of Sogaon is 413206.
What is the population of Sogaon?
Sogaon has a total population of 2,533, including 1,319 males and 1,214 females.
How many households are there in Sogaon?
There are 519 households in Sogaon.
What is the literacy rate in Sogaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sogaon is 64.27%. Male literacy is 71.34% and female literacy is 56.59%.