Sondosa - Jharigan, Nabarangpur
Sondosa is a village situated in the Jharigan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 73 km from Jharigan and around 73 km from Nabarangapur . Chitabeda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sondosa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sondosa is 427549. The village covers a total geographical area of 299 hectares and falls under the 764076 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sondosa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sondosa
As per Census 2011, Sondosa village has a total population of 1,768 people, consisting of 855 males and 913 females. The village has 366 households and a sex ratio of 1,067 females per 1,000 males. There are 358 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 516 literate and 1,252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 147 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,277 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sondosa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,768 | 855 | 913 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 169 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 70 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,277 | 621 | 656 |
| Literate Population | 516 | 334 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,252 | 521 | 731 |
Nearby Villages of Sondosa
Sondosa 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 Sondosa
Public transport in the Sondosa 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Sondosa is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Sondosa is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sondosa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sondosa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sondosa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sondosa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sondosa
Where is Sondosa located?
Sondosa village is located in Jharigan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sondosa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sondosa is Chitabeda.
What is the pincode of Sondosa?
The pincode of Sondosa is 764076.
What is the population of Sondosa?
Sondosa has a total population of 1,768, including 855 males and 913 females.
How many households are there in Sondosa?
There are 366 households in Sondosa.
What is the literacy rate in Sondosa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sondosa is 29.19%. Male literacy is 39.06% and female literacy is 19.93%.