Seothara - Agiaon, Bhojpur
Seothara is a village situated in the Agiaon subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Agiaon and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Sewatha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Seothara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Seothara is 247561. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 802201 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Seothara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Agiaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Seothara
As per Census 2011, Seothara village has a total population of 978 people, consisting of 496 males and 482 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 490 literate and 488 illiterate residents. Additionally, 359 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Seothara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 978 | 496 | 482 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 76 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 359 | 170 | 189 |
| Literate Population | 490 | 284 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 488 | 212 | 276 |
Nearby Villages of Seothara
Seothara 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 Seothara
Seothara 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arrah to Seothara is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Seothara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Seothara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Seothara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Seothara 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Seothara
Where is Seothara located?
Seothara village is located in Agiaon Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Seothara?
The Gram Panchayat of Seothara is Sewatha.
What is the pincode of Seothara?
The pincode of Seothara is 802201.
What is the population of Seothara?
Seothara has a total population of 978, including 496 males and 482 females.
How many households are there in Seothara?
There are 161 households in Seothara.
What is the literacy rate in Seothara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Seothara is 50.10%. Male literacy is 57.26% and female literacy is 42.74%.