Sohraul - Benipatti, Madhubani
Sohraul is a village situated in the Benipatti subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Benipatti and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Karhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sohraul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohraul is 220268. The village covers a total geographical area of 286.82 hectares and falls under the 847223 pincode. Madhubani is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sohraul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harlakhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhubani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sohraul
As per Census 2011, Sohraul village has a total population of 4,345 people, consisting of 2,307 males and 2,038 females. The village has 837 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 918 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,948 literate and 2,397 illiterate residents. Additionally, 560 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sohraul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,345 | 2,307 | 2,038 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 918 | 490 | 428 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 560 | 303 | 257 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,948 | 1,192 | 756 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,397 | 1,115 | 1,282 |
Nearby Villages of Sohraul
Sohraul is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Samada | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Karhara | South | 1.49 km |
| Betauna | South-East | 2.48 km |
| Bishunpur | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Lorika | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Ranipur | South | 3.01 km |
| Uren | South-East | 3.19 km |
| Matrahari | South | 3.20 km |
| Pakar Sam | North | 3.46 km |
| Uchaith | East | 3.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sohraul
Public transport in the Sohraul is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Debrabandhauli Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Madhubani to Sohraul is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Sohraul is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sohraul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohraul 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sohraul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohraul 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sohraul
Where is Sohraul located?
Sohraul village is located in Benipatti Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sohraul?
The Gram Panchayat of Sohraul is Karhara.
What is the pincode of Sohraul?
The pincode of Sohraul is 847223.
What is the population of Sohraul?
Sohraul has a total population of 4,345, including 2,307 males and 2,038 females.
How many households are there in Sohraul?
There are 837 households in Sohraul.
What is the literacy rate in Sohraul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohraul is 44.83%. Male literacy is 51.67% and female literacy is 37.10%.