Sothgaon
Sothgaon is a village located in Harlakhi subdivision of Madhubani district in Bihar, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Harlakhi (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Madhubani. As per 2009 stats, Soth Gaon is the gram panchayat of Sothgaon village.
Sothgaon has its own place in the vibrant Madhubani 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 Sothgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sothgaon is 219871. The village spans a total geographical area of 656 hectares. Jainagar is nearest town to Sothgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
Google Map of Sothgaon
Population of Sothgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Sothgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,106 | 6,300 | 5,806 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,615 | 1,369 | 1,246 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 910 | 472 | 438 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,448 | 2,886 | 1,562 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,658 | 3,414 | 4,244 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sothgaon village:
- The total population of Sothgaon village is around 12,106, including approximately 6,300 males and 5,806 females, with a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 2,615 children aged 0–6 years in Sothgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sothgaon village has 910 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sothgaon village is about 36.74%, with male literacy at 45.81% and female literacy at 26.90%.
- There are around 2,083 households in Sothgaon village.
Connectivity of Sothgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sothgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Sothgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sothgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Sothgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sothgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sothgaon
- Where is Sothgaon located?
- Sothgaon village is situated in Harlakhi Subdivision, within the Madhubani district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sothgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sothgaon is Soth Gaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sothgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sothgaon is 12,106, with 6,300 males and 5,806 females.
- How many households are there in Sothgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sothgaon village has a total of 2,083 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sothgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sothgaon is 36.74%. The male literacy rate is 45.81%, while the female literacy rate is 26.90%.