Sohalpura - Goh, Aurangabad
Sohalpura is a village situated in the Goh subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Goh and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Barma Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sohalpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohalpura is 252896. The village covers a total geographical area of 161 hectares and falls under the 824203 pincode. Rafiganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sohalpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karakat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sohalpura
As per Census 2011, Sohalpura village has a total population of 1,344 people, consisting of 674 males and 670 females. The village has 151 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 264 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 673 literate and 671 illiterate residents. Additionally, 273 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sohalpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,344 | 674 | 670 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 127 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 273 | 143 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 673 | 401 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 671 | 273 | 398 |
Nearby Villages of Sohalpura
Sohalpura is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mujrahra | South-West | 1.15 km |
| Jajapur | East | 1.22 km |
| Udaipura | South | 1.59 km |
| Akauni | South | 2.12 km |
| Chamanpur | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Damodarpur | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Asias | East | 2.39 km |
| Singhari | West | 2.60 km |
| Ghanto | East | 2.74 km |
| Goh | North-East | 2.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sohalpura
Sohalpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rafiganj, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 119.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rafiganj to Sohalpura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Sohalpura is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sohalpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohalpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sohalpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohalpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sohalpura
Where is Sohalpura located?
Sohalpura village is located in Goh Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sohalpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Sohalpura is Barma Khurd.
What is the pincode of Sohalpura?
The pincode of Sohalpura is 824203.
What is the population of Sohalpura?
Sohalpura has a total population of 1,344, including 674 males and 670 females.
How many households are there in Sohalpura?
There are 151 households in Sohalpura.
What is the literacy rate in Sohalpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohalpura is 50.07%. Male literacy is 59.50% and female literacy is 40.60%.