Soshahandi
About Soshahandi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Soshahandi village is 428131. Soshahandi village is located in Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Kotpad (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Sasahandi is the gram panchayat of Soshahandi village.
The total geographical area of village is 907 hectares. Soshahandi has a total population of 3,074 peoples, out of which male population is 1,550 while female population is 1,524. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 983 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of soshahandi village is 48.31% out of which 57.74% males and 38.71% females are literate. There are about 805 houses in soshahandi village. Pincode of soshahandi village locality is 764056.
When it comes to administration, Soshahandi village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Soshahandi village comes under Kotpad Vidhan Sabha constituency & Nabarangpur Lok Sabha constituency. Sunabeda is nearest town to soshahandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 54km away.
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Population of Soshahandi
The population details of Soshahandi cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,074 | 1,550 | 1,524 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 513 | 283 | 230 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 566 | 293 | 273 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,407 | 703 | 704 |
| Literate Population | 1,485 | 895 | 590 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,589 | 655 | 934 |
Connectivity of Soshahandi
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Soshahandi
Where is Soshahandi located?
Soshahandi village is situated in Kotpad Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soshahandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Soshahandi is Sasahandi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Soshahandi?
The pincode of Soshahandi is 764056, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Soshahandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Soshahandi is 3,074, with 1,550 males and 1,524 females.
How many households are there in Soshahandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Soshahandi village has a total of 805 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soshahandi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Soshahandi is 48.31%. The male literacy rate is 57.74%, while the female literacy rate is 38.71%.