Sorath - Kochas, Rohtas
Sorath is a village situated in the Kochas subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kochas and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Nauwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sorath village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sorath is 250769. The village covers a total geographical area of 225 hectares and falls under the 821112 pincode. Sasaram is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Sorath village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sorath
According to the 2011 Census, Sorath village had a total population of 620 people, including 304 males and 316 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,039 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.63%, with male literacy at 86.12% and female literacy at 57.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 620 | 304 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 59 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 351 | 211 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 93 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Sorath
Sorath 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 Sorath
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Sorath.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sasaram to Sorath is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sorath
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sorath village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sorath
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sorath 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sorath
Where is Sorath located?
Sorath village is located in Kochas Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sorath?
The Gram Panchayat of Sorath is Nauwan.
What is the pincode of Sorath?
The pincode of Sorath is 821112.
What is the population of Sorath?
Sorath had a total population of 620, including 304 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Sorath?
Sorath had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sorath?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sorath was 71.63%. Male literacy was 86.12% and female literacy was 57.14%.