Soima - Barh, Patna
Soima is a village situated in the Barh subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barh and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Berhana East serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soima village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soima is 246414. The village covers a total geographical area of 86 hectares and falls under the 803214 pincode. Barh is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Soima village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Soima
As per Census 2011, Soima village has a total population of 2,132 people, consisting of 1,137 males and 995 females. The village has 290 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 380 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,002 literate and 1,130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 242 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soima are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,132 | 1,137 | 995 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 380 | 201 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 128 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 1,002 | 697 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,130 | 440 | 690 |
Nearby Villages of Soima
Soima 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bahrawan | North-East | 1.24 km |
| Dumaria | South | 1.29 km |
| Saidpur | South-East | 1.42 km |
| Nadwan | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Agwanpur | North | 2.46 km |
| Birhana | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Mokimpur | East | 2.83 km |
| Majra Bolaur | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Goar | West | 2.96 km |
| Atnauwan | South | 3.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soima
Soima is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barh, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.5 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barh to Soima is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Soima is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soima
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soima village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Soima
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soima village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Soima
Where is Soima located?
Soima village is located in Barh Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soima?
The Gram Panchayat of Soima is Berhana East.
What is the pincode of Soima?
The pincode of Soima is 803214.
What is the population of Soima?
Soima has a total population of 2,132, including 1,137 males and 995 females.
How many households are there in Soima?
There are 290 households in Soima.
What is the literacy rate in Soima?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soima is 47.00%. Male literacy is 61.30% and female literacy is 30.65%.