Sangsoti - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Sangsoti is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 78 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Ranadah Tola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sangsoti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sangsoti is 214377. The village covers a total geographical area of 303.92 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town.
Sangsoti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sangsoti
According to the 2011 Census, Sangsoti village had a total population of 188 people, including 94 males and 94 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.18%, with male literacy at 52.00% and female literacy at 31.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 138.
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 | 188 | 94 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 65 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 39 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 55 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Sangsoti
Sangsoti is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhanak Pur | South | 1.85 km |
| Machbandhawa | West | 2.03 km |
| Dhanawar | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Tendual | North | 2.93 km |
| Chan Pur | West | 3.42 km |
| Karam Tola | North | 3.43 km |
| Ranadah Tola | South-West | 4.18 km |
| Baina | North | 4.22 km |
| Chak Bagdari Sani | North-West | 4.75 km |
| Munagadih | West | 5.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sangsoti
Sangsoti is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jharokhas, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 138.3 km.
| 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 Sonbhadra to Sangsoti is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sangsoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sangsoti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sangsoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sangsoti 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 Sangsoti
Where is Sangsoti located?
Sangsoti village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sangsoti?
The Gram Panchayat of Sangsoti is Ranadah Tola.
What is the pincode of Sangsoti?
The pincode of Sangsoti is 231208.
What is the population of Sangsoti?
Sangsoti had a total population of 188, including 94 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Sangsoti?
Sangsoti had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sangsoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sangsoti was 42.18%. Male literacy was 52.00% and female literacy was 31.94%.