Sotharia - Tardih, Darbhanga
Sotharia is a village situated in the Tardih subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tardih and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Rajakhar War serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sotharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sotharia is 227200. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 847405 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sotharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sotharia
According to the 2011 Census, Sotharia village had a total population of 400 people, including 202 males and 198 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.33%, with male literacy at 60.26% and female literacy at 38.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 240.
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 | 400 | 202 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 51 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 124 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 91 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 111 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Sotharia
Sotharia 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 Sotharia
Sotharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sotharia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jhanjharpur to Sotharia is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Sotharia is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sotharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sotharia 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 Sotharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sotharia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sotharia
Where is Sotharia located?
Sotharia village is located in Tardih Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sotharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sotharia is Rajakhar War.
What is the pincode of Sotharia?
The pincode of Sotharia is 847405.
What is the population of Sotharia?
Sotharia had a total population of 400, including 202 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Sotharia?
Sotharia had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sotharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sotharia was 49.33%. Male literacy was 60.26% and female literacy was 38.26%.