Shosia
Shosia is a village located in Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Golamunda (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Khambaldi is the gram panchayat of Shosia village.
Shosia has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi 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 Shosia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shosia is 423900. The village spans a total geographical area of 173 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766029. Junagarh is nearest town to Shosia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Shosia
Population of Shosia
Below is a concise population overview of Shosia 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 | 1,029 | 524 | 505 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 79 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 100 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 139 | 66 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 636 | 351 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 393 | 173 | 220 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shosia village:
- The total population of Shosia village is around 1,029, including approximately 524 males and 505 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 131 children aged 0–6 years in Shosia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shosia village has 205 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 139 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shosia village is about 61.81%, with male literacy at 66.98% and female literacy at 56.44%.
- There are around 255 households in Shosia village.
Connectivity of Shosia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shosia. As per the 2011 stats, Shosia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shosia
Knowing the nearby villages of Shosia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shosia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shosia
- Where is Shosia located?
- Shosia village is situated in Golamunda Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shosia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shosia is Khambaldi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shosia?
- The pincode of Shosia is 766029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shosia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shosia is 1,029, with 524 males and 505 females.
- How many households are there in Shosia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shosia village has a total of 255 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shosia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shosia is 61.81%. The male literacy rate is 66.98%, while the female literacy rate is 56.44%.