Sofwa
About Sofwa
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sofwa village is 216655. Sofwa village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 134.8 hectares. Sofwa has a total population of 1,617 peoples, out of which male population is 869 while female population is 748. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 860 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sofwa village is 33.15% out of which 42.00% males and 22.86% females are literate. There are about 258 houses in sofwa village.
Narkatiyaganj is nearest town to sofwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
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Population of Sofwa
The population details of Sofwa cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,617 | 869 | 748 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 366 | 195 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 96 | 52 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 536 | 365 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,081 | 504 | 577 |
Connectivity of Sofwa
| 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 |
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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%.