Sobait Village - Silao, Nalanda
Sobait is a village situated in the Silao subdivision of Nalanda district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Silao and around 3 km from the district headquarters in Biharsharif. Sabbait serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sobait village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sobait is 245083. The village covers a total geographical area of 306 hectares and falls under the 803111 pincode. Silao is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Sobait village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgir Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nalanda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sobait
As per Census 2011, Sobait village has a total population of 5,697 people, consisting of 2,866 males and 2,831 females. The village has 914 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,059 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,783 literate and 2,914 illiterate residents. Additionally, 675 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sobait are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,697 | 2,866 | 2,831 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,059 | 540 | 519 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 675 | 354 | 321 |
| Literate Population | 2,783 | 1,598 | 1,185 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,914 | 1,268 | 1,646 |
Nearby Villages of Sobait
Sobait is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sobait
Sobait is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Sobait.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silao to Sobait is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Biharsharif to Sobait is about 3 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sobait
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sobait village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sobait
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sobait village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sobait
Where is Sobait located?
Sobait village is located in Silao Subdivision, Nalanda district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sobait?
The Gram Panchayat of Sobait is Sabbait.
What is the pincode of Sobait?
The pincode of Sobait is 803111.
What is the population of Sobait?
Sobait has a total population of 5,697, including 2,866 males and 2,831 females.
How many households are there in Sobait?
There are 914 households in Sobait.
What is the literacy rate in Sobait?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sobait is 48.85%. Male literacy is 55.76% and female literacy is 41.86%.