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.
Here you can discover what makes Shosia unique in its vibrant Golamunda-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Shosia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Shosia has a total population of about 1,029, with approximately 524 males and 505 females. The sex ratio is around 963 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 131 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 205 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 139. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.81%, with male literacy at about 66.98% and female literacy near 56.44%. There are around 255 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shosia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.