Sosokhas
Sosokhas is a village located in Bagmundi subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 20.5km away from sub-district headquarter Pathardihi (tehsildar office) and 70.5km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Serengdih is the gram panchayat of Sosokhas village.
Here you can discover what makes Sosokhas unique in its vibrant Bagmundi-Puruliya region. You’ll see Sosokhas’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 Sosokhas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sosokhas is 331535. The village spans a total geographical area of 294.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723212. Jhalda is nearest town to Sosokhas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Sosokhas
Population of Sosokhas
According to the 2011 Census, Sosokhas has a total population of about 1,820, with approximately 955 males and 865 females. The sex ratio is around 905 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 258 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 437. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.81%, with male literacy at about 66.49% and female literacy near 35.61%. There are around 353 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sosokhas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,820 | 955 | 865 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 127 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 437 | 225 | 212 |
| Literate Population | 943 | 635 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 877 | 320 | 557 |
Connectivity of Sosokhas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sosokhas. As per the 2011 stats, Sosokhas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sosokhas
Knowing the nearby villages of Sosokhas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sosokhas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sosokhas
- Where is Sosokhas located?
- Sosokhas village is situated in Bagmundi Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sosokhas?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sosokhas is Serengdih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sosokhas?
- The pincode of Sosokhas is 723212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sosokhas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sosokhas is 1,820, with 955 males and 865 females.
- How many households are there in Sosokhas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sosokhas village has a total of 353 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sosokhas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sosokhas is 51.81%. The male literacy rate is 66.49%, while the female literacy rate is 35.61%.