Sohpur
Sohpur is a village located in Jhanjharpur subdivision of Madhubani district in Bihar, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Jhanjharpur (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Madhubani. As per 2009 stats, Parsa is the gram panchayat of Sohpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sohpur unique in its vibrant Jhanjharpur-Madhubani region. You’ll see Sohpur’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 Sohpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sohpur is 220734. The village spans a total geographical area of 77.7 hectares. Jhanjharpur is nearest town to Sohpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Sohpur
Population of Sohpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sohpur has a total population of about 1,790, with approximately 899 males and 891 females. The sex ratio is around 991 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 398 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 141 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.25%, with male literacy at about 59.40% and female literacy near 28.96%. There are around 340 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sohpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,790 | 899 | 891 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 398 | 187 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 74 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 792 | 534 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 998 | 365 | 633 |
Connectivity of Sohpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sohpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sohpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sohpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sohpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sohpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sohpur
- Where is Sohpur located?
- Sohpur village is situated in Jhanjharpur Subdivision, within the Madhubani district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sohpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sohpur is Parsa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sohpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sohpur is 1,790, with 899 males and 891 females.
- How many households are there in Sohpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sohpur village has a total of 340 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sohpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sohpur is 44.25%. The male literacy rate is 59.40%, while the female literacy rate is 28.96%.