Sopgarha - Chiraia, Purbi Champaran
Sopgarha is a village situated in the Chiraia subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from Chiraia and around 20 km from Motihari. Mishrauliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sopgarha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sopgarha is 217891. The village covers a total geographical area of 805.3 hectares and falls under the 845415 pincode. Dhaka is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sopgarha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sopgarha
As per Census 2011, Sopgarha village has a total population of 3,806 people, consisting of 2,024 males and 1,782 females. The village has 775 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 822 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,136 literate and 2,670 illiterate residents. Additionally, 627 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sopgarha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,806 | 2,024 | 1,782 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 822 | 433 | 389 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 627 | 327 | 300 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,136 | 698 | 438 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,670 | 1,326 | 1,344 |
Nearby Villages of Sopgarha
Sopgarha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baijnathpur | North-East | 2.02 km |
| Misrauliya | East | 3.13 km |
| Sharaun Garh | North-West | 3.23 km |
| Khartari | South-East | 3.36 km |
| Santpur | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Sundarpur Babhnauli | North-West | 3.74 km |
| Tharghatwa | South | 3.88 km |
| Mahangua | South-West | 3.92 km |
| Babhnaula Urf Phulwar Khurd | North-West | 4.06 km |
| Chhatauni Ram Singh | West | 4.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sopgarha
Public transport in the Sopgarha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bapudham Motihari, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhaka to Sopgarha is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Sopgarha is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sopgarha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sopgarha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sopgarha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sopgarha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sopgarha
Where is Sopgarha located?
Sopgarha village is located in Chiraia Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sopgarha?
The Gram Panchayat of Sopgarha is Mishrauliya.
What is the pincode of Sopgarha?
The pincode of Sopgarha is 845415.
What is the population of Sopgarha?
Sopgarha has a total population of 3,806, including 2,024 males and 1,782 females.
How many households are there in Sopgarha?
There are 775 households in Sopgarha.
What is the literacy rate in Sopgarha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sopgarha is 29.85%. Male literacy is 34.49% and female literacy is 24.58%.