Sohtha

Sohtha is a village located in Falka subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Falka (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Sohatha South is the gram panchayat of Sohtha village.

Sohtha has its own place in the vibrant Katihar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sohtha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sohtha is 224294. The village spans a total geographical area of 1138 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Sohtha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.

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Population of Sohtha

Below is a concise population overview of Sohtha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 15,223 7,933 7,290
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 3,201 1,586 1,615
Scheduled Castes (SC) 708 393 315
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 371 183 188
Literate Population 6,538 3,924 2,614
Illiterate Population 8,685 4,009 4,676

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sohtha village:

  • The total population of Sohtha village is around 15,223, including approximately 7,933 males and 7,290 females, with a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 3,201 children aged 0–6 years in Sohtha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sohtha village has 708 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 371 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sohtha village is about 42.95%, with male literacy at 49.46% and female literacy at 35.86%.
  • There are around 2,926 households in Sohtha village.

Connectivity of Sohtha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sohtha. As per the 2011 stats, Sohtha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sohtha

Knowing the nearby villages of Sohtha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sohtha.

Chaunhi Badh Maharaji Chakla Baretha Milik Kumar Khad Baretha Nisundra Pakaria Gobindpur Rangakol Majha Diara Maheshmara Diara

Frequently Asked Questions about Sohtha

Where is Sohtha located?
Sohtha village is situated in Falka Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sohtha?
The Gram Panchayat of Sohtha is Sohatha South (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sohtha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sohtha is 15,223, with 7,933 males and 7,290 females.
How many households are there in Sohtha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sohtha village has a total of 2,926 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sohtha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sohtha is 42.95%. The male literacy rate is 49.46%, while the female literacy rate is 35.86%.