Soseng - Komna, Nuapada
Soseng is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Soseng village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soseng is 421854. The village covers a total geographical area of 484 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Soseng village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nuapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soseng
According to the 2011 Census, Soseng village had a total population of 544 people, including 245 males and 299 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 1,220 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.89%, with male literacy at 68.81% and female literacy at 45.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 528.
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 | 544 | 245 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 27 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 528 | 236 | 292 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 150 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 95 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Soseng
Soseng 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 Soseng
Soseng is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Khariar Road to Soseng is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Soseng is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soseng
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soseng village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Soseng
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soseng village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Soseng
Where is Soseng located?
Soseng village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Soseng?
Soseng is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Soseng?
The pincode of Soseng is 766106.
What is the population of Soseng?
Soseng had a total population of 544, including 245 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Soseng?
Soseng had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soseng?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soseng was 55.89%. Male literacy was 68.81% and female literacy was 45.94%.