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.
Sothiawan has its own place in the vibrant Samastipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Sothiawan
Below is a concise population overview of Sothiawan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sothiawan village:
- The total population of Sothiawan village is around 5,737, including approximately 3,027 males and 2,710 females, with a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,116 children aged 0–6 years in Sothiawan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sothiawan village has 691 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Sothiawan village is about 36.10%, with male literacy at 42.09% and female literacy at 29.41%.
- There are around 993 households in Sothiawan village.
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%.