Soharia - Sidhaw, Pashchim Champaran
Soharia is a village situated in the Sidhaw subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sidhaw and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Santpur Sohriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soharia is 215998. The village covers a total geographical area of 559.3 hectares and falls under the 845105 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Soharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Valmiki Nagar Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Soharia
As per Census 2011, Soharia village has a total population of 3,301 people, consisting of 1,684 males and 1,617 females. The village has 588 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 584 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,718 literate and 1,583 illiterate residents. Additionally, 493 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,791 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,301 | 1,684 | 1,617 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 584 | 297 | 287 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 493 | 257 | 236 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,791 | 894 | 897 |
| Literate Population | 1,718 | 1,042 | 676 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,583 | 642 | 941 |
Nearby Villages of Soharia
Soharia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Santpur | North | 1.62 km |
| Shiunaha | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Daruabari | North-West | 2.59 km |
| Narainapur | South-East | 3.19 km |
| Champapur | South | 3.45 km |
| Parsauni | West | 3.78 km |
| Gonauli | South-East | 3.82 km |
| Songaharwa | South | 3.96 km |
| Malkauli | South-East | 4.60 km |
| Gorar | East | 5.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soharia
Public transport in the Soharia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Valmikinagar Rd, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.5 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 Soharia is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Soharia is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Soharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soharia 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 Soharia
Where is Soharia located?
Soharia village is located in Sidhaw Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Soharia is Santpur Sohriya.
What is the pincode of Soharia?
The pincode of Soharia is 845105.
What is the population of Soharia?
Soharia has a total population of 3,301, including 1,684 males and 1,617 females.
How many households are there in Soharia?
There are 588 households in Soharia.
What is the literacy rate in Soharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soharia is 52.04%. Male literacy is 61.88% and female literacy is 41.81%.