Sohagpur - Kishanpur, Supaul
Sohagpur is a village situated in the Kishanpur subdivision of Supaul district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kishanpur and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Supaul. Kishanpur South serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sohagpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohagpur is 221226. The village covers a total geographical area of 107 hectares and falls under the 852138 pincode. Supaul is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sohagpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Sohagpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sohagpur village had a total population of 560 people, including 267 males and 293 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,097 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.30%, with male literacy at 95.28% and female literacy at 40.59%.
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 | 560 | 267 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 55 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 202 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 65 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Sohagpur
Sohagpur 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 Sohagpur
Sohagpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Sohagpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Supaul to Sohagpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sohagpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohagpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sohagpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohagpur 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 Sohagpur
Where is Sohagpur located?
Sohagpur village is located in Kishanpur Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sohagpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sohagpur is Kishanpur South.
What is the pincode of Sohagpur?
The pincode of Sohagpur is 852138.
What is the population of Sohagpur?
Sohagpur had a total population of 560, including 267 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Sohagpur?
Sohagpur had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sohagpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohagpur was 66.30%. Male literacy was 95.28% and female literacy was 40.59%.