Sogathur
Sogathur is a village located in Vandavasi taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Vandavasi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sogathur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Sogathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sogathur unique in its vibrant Vandavasi-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Sogathur’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 Sogathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sogathur is 631570. The village spans a total geographical area of 258.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604406. Vandavasi is nearest town to Sogathur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sogathur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Vandavasi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arani Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sogathur
Population of Sogathur
According to the 2011 Census, Sogathur has a total population of about 1,281, with approximately 619 males and 662 females. The sex ratio is around 1069 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 158 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 289 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.05%, with male literacy at about 80.29% and female literacy near 64.35%. There are around 331 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sogathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,281 | 619 | 662 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 72 | 86 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 143 | 146 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 923 | 497 | 426 |
Illiterate Population | 358 | 122 | 236 |
Connectivity of Sogathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sogathur. As per the 2011 stats, Sogathur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 30 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sogathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sogathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sogathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sogathur
- Where is Sogathur located?
- Sogathur village is situated in Vandavasi Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sogathur?
- Sogathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sogathur?
- The pincode of Sogathur is 604406, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sogathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sogathur is 1,281, with 619 males and 662 females.
- How many households are there in Sogathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sogathur village has a total of 331 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sogathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sogathur is 72.05%. The male literacy rate is 80.29%, while the female literacy rate is 64.35%.