Sofwa
Sofwa is a village located in Narkatiaganj subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Narkatiaganj (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Bettiah. As per 2009 stats, Rajpur Tumkadiya is the gram panchayat of Sofwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Sofwa unique in its vibrant Narkatiaganj-Pashchim Champaran region. You’ll see Sofwa’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 Sofwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sofwa is 216655. The village spans a total geographical area of 134.8 hectares. Narkatiyaganj is nearest town to Sofwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Sofwa
Population of Sofwa
According to the 2011 Census, Sofwa has a total population of about 1,617, with approximately 869 males and 748 females. The sex ratio is around 860 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 366 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 96 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 33.15%, with male literacy at about 42.00% and female literacy near 22.86%. There are around 258 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sofwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,617 | 869 | 748 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 366 | 195 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 52 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 536 | 365 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,081 | 504 | 577 |
Connectivity of Sofwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sofwa. As per the 2011 stats, Sofwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sofwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Sofwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sofwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sofwa
- Where is Sofwa located?
- Sofwa village is situated in Narkatiaganj Subdivision, within the Pashchim Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sofwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sofwa is Rajpur Tumkadiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sofwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sofwa is 1,617, with 869 males and 748 females.
- How many households are there in Sofwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sofwa village has a total of 258 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sofwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sofwa is 33.15%. The male literacy rate is 42.00%, while the female literacy rate is 22.86%.