Soti - Dagarua, Purnia
Soti is a village situated in the Dagarua subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dagarua and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Dagarua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soti is 224160. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 854326 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Soti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Soti
According to the 2011 Census, Soti village had a total population of 1,402 people, including 720 males and 682 females, living in 280 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.68%, with male literacy at 59.57% and female literacy at 45.19%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,402 | 720 | 682 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 156 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 571 | 336 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 831 | 384 | 447 |
Nearby Villages of Soti
Soti is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Soti
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Soti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Soti is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Soti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Soti
Where is Soti located?
Soti village is located in Dagarua Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soti?
The Gram Panchayat of Soti is Dagarua.
What is the pincode of Soti?
The pincode of Soti is 854326.
What is the population of Soti?
Soti had a total population of 1,402, including 720 males and 682 females.
How many households are there in Soti?
Soti had 280 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soti was 52.68%. Male literacy was 59.57% and female literacy was 45.19%.