Sohgi Barwa - Madhubani, Pashchim Champaran
Sohgi Barwa is a village situated in the Madhubani subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhubani and around 152 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Sisai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sohgi Barwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohgi Barwa is 216981. The village covers a total geographical area of 520 hectares and falls under the 845104 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Sohgi Barwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sohgi Barwa
As per Census 2011, Sohgi Barwa village has a total population of 992 people, consisting of 534 males and 458 females. The village has 169 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 197 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 291 literate and 701 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sohgi Barwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 992 | 534 | 458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 94 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 36 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 291 | 220 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 701 | 314 | 387 |
Nearby Villages of Sohgi Barwa
Sohgi Barwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baldiha | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Mahuawa | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Sisai Lathihawa | South | 2.38 km |
| Rajwatia | North | 2.94 km |
| Chandrapur | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Narahwa | South-East | 3.19 km |
| Ghorahwa | South | 3.20 km |
| Khairatwa | North-East | 3.37 km |
| Sakrauliya | South-East | 3.86 km |
| Rewahia | South-East | 4.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sohgi Barwa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sohgi Barwa. The nearest railway station is Kharpokhra, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagha to Sohgi Barwa is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Sohgi Barwa is about 152 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sohgi Barwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohgi Barwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sohgi Barwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohgi Barwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sohgi Barwa
Where is Sohgi Barwa located?
Sohgi Barwa village is located in Madhubani Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sohgi Barwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sohgi Barwa is Sisai.
What is the pincode of Sohgi Barwa?
The pincode of Sohgi Barwa is 845104.
What is the population of Sohgi Barwa?
Sohgi Barwa has a total population of 992, including 534 males and 458 females.
How many households are there in Sohgi Barwa?
There are 169 households in Sohgi Barwa.
What is the literacy rate in Sohgi Barwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohgi Barwa is 29.33%. Male literacy is 41.20% and female literacy is 15.50%.