Sothiawan
Sothiawan is a village located in Vidyapati Nagar subdivision of Samastipur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Vidyapati Nagar (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Samastipur. As per 2009 stats, Sothgama is the gram panchayat of Sothiawan village.
Here you can discover what makes Sothiawan unique in its vibrant Vidyapati Nagar-Samastipur region. You’ll see Sothiawan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sothiawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sothiawan is 236989. The village spans a total geographical area of 651 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 848516. Dalsinghsarai is nearest town to Sothiawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Sothiawan
Population of Sothiawan
According to the 2011 Census, Sothiawan has a total population of about 5,737, with approximately 3,027 males and 2,710 females. The sex ratio is around 895 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,116 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 691 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.10%, with male literacy at about 42.09% and female literacy near 29.41%. There are around 993 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sothiawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,737 | 3,027 | 2,710 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,116 | 598 | 518 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 691 | 365 | 326 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,071 | 1,274 | 797 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,666 | 1,753 | 1,913 |
Connectivity of Sothiawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sothiawan. As per the 2011 stats, Sothiawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sothiawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Sothiawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sothiawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sothiawan
- Where is Sothiawan located?
- Sothiawan village is situated in Vidyapati Nagar Subdivision, within the Samastipur district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sothiawan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sothiawan is Sothgama (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sothiawan?
- The pincode of Sothiawan is 848516, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sothiawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sothiawan is 5,737, with 3,027 males and 2,710 females.
- How many households are there in Sothiawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sothiawan village has a total of 993 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sothiawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sothiawan is 36.10%. The male literacy rate is 42.09%, while the female literacy rate is 29.41%.