Seori - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Seori is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Madarganj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Seori village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Seori is 240205. The village covers a total geographical area of 205 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Seori 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 Seori
According to the 2011 Census, Seori village had a total population of 1,977 people, including 1,033 males and 944 females, living in 422 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.09%, with male literacy at 81.43% and female literacy at 59.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 1,977 | 1,033 | 944 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 177 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,141 | 697 | 444 |
| Illiterate Population | 836 | 336 | 500 |
Nearby Villages of Seori
Seori 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 Seori
Seori is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Seori is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Seori is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Seori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Seori village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Seori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Seori village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Seori
Where is Seori located?
Seori village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Seori?
The Gram Panchayat of Seori is Madarganj.
What is the pincode of Seori?
The pincode of Seori is 813204.
What is the population of Seori?
Seori had a total population of 1,977, including 1,033 males and 944 females.
How many households are there in Seori?
Seori had 422 households.
What is the literacy rate in Seori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Seori was 71.09%. Male literacy was 81.43% and female literacy was 59.28%.