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.
Here you can discover what makes Sothgaon unique in its vibrant Harlakhi-Madhubani region. You’ll see Sothgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Sothgaon has a total population of about 12,106, with approximately 6,300 males and 5,806 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,615 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 910 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.74%, with male literacy at about 45.81% and female literacy near 26.90%. There are around 2,083 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sothgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.