Sohrai - Guthani, Siwan
Sohrai is a village situated in the Guthani subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guthani and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Padari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sohrai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohrai is 232185. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 841239 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Sohrai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sohrai
As per Census 2011, Sohrai village has a total population of 701 people, consisting of 305 males and 396 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 1,298 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 411 literate and 290 illiterate residents. Additionally, 176 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sohrai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 701 | 305 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 55 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 74 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 411 | 212 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 93 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Sohrai
Sohrai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Darzi Chak | South-East | 1.01 km |
| Tekania | East | 1.09 km |
| Malchaur | North-East | 1.23 km |
| Kareji | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Belaur | West | 1.47 km |
| Tarka | North-West | 1.50 km |
| Chiraua | South | 1.60 km |
| Tali Buzurg | North | 1.67 km |
| Jhajhaur | South | 1.69 km |
| Chaumukha Kalan | East | 1.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sohrai
Sohrai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mairwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.3 km.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mairwa to Sohrai is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Sohrai is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sohrai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohrai 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 Sohrai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohrai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sohrai
Where is Sohrai located?
Sohrai village is located in Guthani Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sohrai?
The Gram Panchayat of Sohrai is Padari.
What is the pincode of Sohrai?
The pincode of Sohrai is 841239.
What is the population of Sohrai?
Sohrai has a total population of 701, including 305 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Sohrai?
There are 136 households in Sohrai.
What is the literacy rate in Sohrai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohrai is 58.63%. Male literacy is 69.51% and female literacy is 50.25%.