Sosa - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Sosa is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 160 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Sosa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sosa is 049105. The village covers a total geographical area of 324.29 hectares and falls under the 262547 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Sosa 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 Dharchula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sosa
According to the 2011 Census, Sosa village had a total population of 309 people, including 147 males and 162 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,102 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.65%, with male literacy at 86.72% and female literacy at 62.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 185.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sosa
Sosa 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 Sosa
Public transport in the Sosa is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Dharchula to Sosa is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Sosa is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sosa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sosa 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 Sosa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sosa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sosa
Where is Sosa located?
Sosa village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sosa?
Sosa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sosa?
The pincode of Sosa is 262547.
What is the population of Sosa?
Sosa had a total population of 309, including 147 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Sosa?
Sosa had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sosa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sosa was 73.65%. Male literacy was 86.72% and female literacy was 62.42%.