Sodaka - Polasara, Ganjam
Sodaka is a village situated in the Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 85 km from the tehsil headquarters in Polasara and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Sodaka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sodaka is 411477. The village covers a total geographical area of 480 hectares and falls under the 761118 pincode. Polasara is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Sodaka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sodaka
As per Census 2011, Sodaka village has a total population of 4,266 people, consisting of 2,180 males and 2,086 females. The village has 893 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 515 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,663 literate and 1,603 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,001 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sodaka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,266 | 2,180 | 2,086 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 515 | 261 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,001 | 501 | 500 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,663 | 1,543 | 1,120 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,603 | 637 | 966 |
Nearby Villages of Sodaka
Sodaka 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 Sodaka
Sodaka 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Polasara to Sodaka is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Sodaka is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sodaka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sodaka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sodaka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sodaka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sodaka
Where is Sodaka located?
Sodaka village is located in Polasara Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sodaka?
Sodaka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sodaka?
The pincode of Sodaka is 761118.
What is the population of Sodaka?
Sodaka has a total population of 4,266, including 2,180 males and 2,086 females.
How many households are there in Sodaka?
There are 893 households in Sodaka.
What is the literacy rate in Sodaka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sodaka is 62.42%. Male literacy is 70.78% and female literacy is 53.69%.