Sohnaria - Katiya, Gopalganj
Sohnaria is a village situated in the Katiya subdivision of Gopalganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katiya and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Gopalganj. Baikunthpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sohnaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohnaria is 229806. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 841437 pincode. Katiya is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sohnaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sohnaria
As per Census 2011, Sohnaria village has a total population of 1,028 people, consisting of 477 males and 551 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 1,155 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 606 literate and 422 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sohnaria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,028 | 477 | 551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 61 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 52 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 606 | 336 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 422 | 141 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Sohnaria
Sohnaria 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 Sohnaria
Sohnaria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katiya to Sohnaria is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopalganj to Sohnaria is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sohnaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohnaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sohnaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohnaria 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sohnaria
Where is Sohnaria located?
Sohnaria village is located in Katiya Subdivision, Gopalganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sohnaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Sohnaria is Baikunthpur.
What is the pincode of Sohnaria?
The pincode of Sohnaria is 841437.
What is the population of Sohnaria?
Sohnaria has a total population of 1,028, including 477 males and 551 females.
How many households are there in Sohnaria?
There are 152 households in Sohnaria.
What is the literacy rate in Sohnaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohnaria is 58.95%. Male literacy is 70.44% and female literacy is 49.00%.