Sohjana - Makhdumpur, Jehanabad
Sohjana is a village situated in the Makhdumpur subdivision of Jehanabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Makhdumpur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Jehanabad . Chhariyari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sohjana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohjana is 260494. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 804422 pincode. Makhdumpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sohjana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Makhdumpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jahanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sohjana
According to the 2011 Census, Sohjana village had a total population of 894 people, including 463 males and 431 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.58%, with male literacy at 77.45% and female literacy at 50.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 101.
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 | 894 | 463 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 86 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 52 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 474 | 292 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 420 | 171 | 249 |
Nearby Villages of Sohjana
Sohjana 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 Sohjana
Sohjana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Sohjana.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Makhdumpur to Sohjana is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jehanabad to Sohjana 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 Sohjana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohjana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sohjana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohjana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sohjana
Where is Sohjana located?
Sohjana village is located in Makhdumpur Subdivision, Jehanabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sohjana?
The Gram Panchayat of Sohjana is Chhariyari.
What is the pincode of Sohjana?
The pincode of Sohjana is 804422.
What is the population of Sohjana?
Sohjana had a total population of 894, including 463 males and 431 females.
How many households are there in Sohjana?
Sohjana had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sohjana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohjana was 64.58%. Male literacy was 77.45% and female literacy was 50.98%.