Sosa
Sosa is a village located in Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Dharchula (tehsildar office) and 160km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Sosa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sosa unique in its vibrant Dharchula-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Sosa’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 Sosa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sosa is 049105. The village spans a total geographical area of 324.29 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262545. Dharchula is nearest town to Sosa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sosa 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 Dharchula Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sosa
Population of Sosa
According to the 2011 Census, Sosa has a total population of about 309, with approximately 147 males and 162 females. The sex ratio is around 1102 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 32 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 54 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 185. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.02%, with male literacy at about 75.51% and female literacy near 57.41%. There are around 77 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sosa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 309 | 147 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 22 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 85 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 111 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 36 | 69 |
Connectivity of Sosa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sosa. As per the 2011 stats, Sosa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sosa
Knowing the nearby villages of Sosa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sosa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sosa
- Where is Sosa located?
- Sosa village is situated in Dharchula Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sosa?
- Sosa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sosa?
- The pincode of Sosa is 262545, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sosa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sosa is 309, with 147 males and 162 females.
- How many households are there in Sosa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sosa village has a total of 77 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sosa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sosa is 66.02%. The male literacy rate is 75.51%, while the female literacy rate is 57.41%.