Sohsa
Sohsa is a village located in Kaler subdivision of Arwal district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Kaler (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Arwal. As per 2009 stats, Sohsa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sohsa unique in its vibrant Kaler-Arwal region. You’ll see Sohsa’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 Sohsa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sohsa is 260692. The village spans a total geographical area of 599 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 824127. Arwal is nearest town to Sohsa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Sohsa
Population of Sohsa
According to the 2011 Census, Sohsa has a total population of about 3,923, with approximately 2,077 males and 1,846 females. The sex ratio is around 888 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 829 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 628 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.70%, with male literacy at about 65.09% and female literacy near 43.01%. There are around 573 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sohsa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,923 | 2,077 | 1,846 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 829 | 436 | 393 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 628 | 320 | 308 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,146 | 1,352 | 794 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,777 | 725 | 1,052 |
Connectivity of Sohsa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sohsa. As per the 2011 stats, Sohsa 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sohsa
Knowing the nearby villages of Sohsa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sohsa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sohsa
- Where is Sohsa located?
- Sohsa village is situated in Kaler Subdivision, within the Arwal district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sohsa?
- Sohsa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sohsa?
- The pincode of Sohsa is 824127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sohsa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sohsa is 3,923, with 2,077 males and 1,846 females.
- How many households are there in Sohsa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sohsa village has a total of 573 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sohsa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sohsa is 54.70%. The male literacy rate is 65.09%, while the female literacy rate is 43.01%.