Sobhipur - Kochas, Rohtas
Sobhipur is a village situated in the Kochas subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kochas and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Kathrai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sobhipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sobhipur is 250695. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.41 hectares and falls under the 821112 pincode. Sasaram is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Sobhipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sobhipur
As per Census 2011, Sobhipur village has a total population of 1,255 people, consisting of 655 males and 600 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 271 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 716 literate and 539 illiterate residents. Additionally, 330 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sobhipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,255 | 655 | 600 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 150 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 330 | 184 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 716 | 419 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 539 | 236 | 303 |
Nearby Villages of Sobhipur
Sobhipur 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 Sobhipur
Public transport in the Sobhipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sasaram to Sobhipur is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sobhipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sobhipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sobhipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sobhipur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sobhipur
Where is Sobhipur located?
Sobhipur village is located in Kochas Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sobhipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sobhipur is Kathrai.
What is the pincode of Sobhipur?
The pincode of Sobhipur is 821112.
What is the population of Sobhipur?
Sobhipur has a total population of 1,255, including 655 males and 600 females.
How many households are there in Sobhipur?
There are 163 households in Sobhipur.
What is the literacy rate in Sobhipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sobhipur is 57.05%. Male literacy is 63.97% and female literacy is 49.50%.