Sodhua - Balipatna, Khordha
Sodhua is a village situated in the Balipatna tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balipatna and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Kurunjipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sodhua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sodhua is 407690. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 752102 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Sodhua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jayadev Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sodhua
According to the 2011 Census, Sodhua village had a total population of 248 people, including 123 males and 125 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.36%, with male literacy at 84.62% and female literacy at 70.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 174.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 248 | 123 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 87 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 88 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 35 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Sodhua
Sodhua 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 Sodhua
Sodhua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Sodhua is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Sodhua is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sodhua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sodhua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sodhua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sodhua 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sodhua
Where is Sodhua located?
Sodhua village is located in Balipatna Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sodhua?
The Gram Panchayat of Sodhua is Kurunjipur.
What is the pincode of Sodhua?
The pincode of Sodhua is 752102.
What is the population of Sodhua?
Sodhua had a total population of 248, including 123 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Sodhua?
Sodhua had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sodhua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sodhua was 77.36%. Male literacy was 84.62% and female literacy was 70.37%.