Sahupara - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Sahupara is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Silhan Khajuriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahupara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahupara is 240351. The village covers a total geographical area of 220 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Sahupara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahupara
According to the 2011 Census, Sahupara village had a total population of 2,064 people, including 1,076 males and 988 females, living in 355 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.15%, with male literacy at 66.07% and female literacy at 45.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 560.
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 | 2,064 | 1,076 | 988 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 189 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 560 | 285 | 275 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 950 | 586 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,114 | 490 | 624 |
Nearby Villages of Sahupara
Sahupara 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 Sahupara
Sahupara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Colgong to Sahupara is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Sahupara is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahupara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahupara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sahupara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahupara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sahupara
Where is Sahupara located?
Sahupara village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahupara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahupara is Silhan Khajuriya.
What is the pincode of Sahupara?
The pincode of Sahupara is 813204.
What is the population of Sahupara?
Sahupara had a total population of 2,064, including 1,076 males and 988 females.
How many households are there in Sahupara?
Sahupara had 355 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahupara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahupara was 56.15%. Male literacy was 66.07% and female literacy was 45.22%.