Sohag Pur
Sohag Pur is a village located in Dantan Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Dantan are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sohag Pur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Saurikotbar is the gram panchayat of Sohag Pur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sohag Pur unique in its vibrant Dantan Ii-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Sohag Pur’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 Sohag Pur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sohag Pur is 343953. The village spans a total geographical area of 306.75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721426. Kharagpur is nearest town to Sohag Pur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Sohag Pur
Population of Sohag Pur
According to the 2011 Census, Sohag Pur has a total population of about 2,313, with approximately 1,176 males and 1,137 females. The sex ratio is around 966 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 255 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 383 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 77. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.42%, with male literacy at about 84.69% and female literacy near 73.97%. There are around 510 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sohag Pur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,313 | 1,176 | 1,137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 130 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 383 | 196 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 1,837 | 996 | 841 |
| Illiterate Population | 476 | 180 | 296 |
Connectivity of Sohag Pur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sohag Pur. As per the 2011 stats, Sohag Pur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sohag Pur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sohag Pur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sohag Pur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sohag Pur
- Where is Sohag Pur located?
- Sohag Pur village is situated in Dantan Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sohag Pur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sohag Pur is Saurikotbar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sohag Pur?
- The pincode of Sohag Pur is 721426, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sohag Pur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sohag Pur is 2,313, with 1,176 males and 1,137 females.
- How many households are there in Sohag Pur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sohag Pur village has a total of 510 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sohag Pur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sohag Pur is 79.42%. The male literacy rate is 84.69%, while the female literacy rate is 73.97%.