Sodamal
Sodamal is a village located in Kolabira tehsil of Jharsuguda district in Odisha, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Kolabira (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Jharsuguda. As per 2009 stats, Sodamal village is also a gram panchayat.
Sodamal has its own place in the vibrant Jharsuguda region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sodamal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sodamal is 381276. The village spans a total geographical area of 2326 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768214. Jharsuguda is nearest town to Sodamal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sodamal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jharsuguda Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bargarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sodamal
Population of Sodamal
Below is a concise population overview of Sodamal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,528 | 1,720 | 1,808 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 373 | 177 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 717 | 344 | 373 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,950 | 970 | 980 |
| Literate Population | 2,153 | 1,170 | 983 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,375 | 550 | 825 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sodamal village:
- The total population of Sodamal village is around 3,528, including approximately 1,720 males and 1,808 females, with a sex ratio of 1051 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 373 children aged 0–6 years in Sodamal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sodamal village has 717 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,950 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sodamal village is about 61.03%, with male literacy at 68.02% and female literacy at 54.37%.
- There are around 928 households in Sodamal village.
Connectivity of Sodamal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sodamal. As per the 2011 stats, Sodamal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sodamal
Knowing the nearby villages of Sodamal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sodamal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sodamal
- Where is Sodamal located?
- Sodamal village is situated in Kolabira Tehsil, within the Jharsuguda district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sodamal?
- Sodamal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sodamal?
- The pincode of Sodamal is 768214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sodamal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sodamal is 3,528, with 1,720 males and 1,808 females.
- How many households are there in Sodamal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sodamal village has a total of 928 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sodamal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sodamal is 61.03%. The male literacy rate is 68.02%, while the female literacy rate is 54.37%.