Soh - Garhwa
Soh is a village situated in the Garhwa subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from Garhwa, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Birbandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soh is 347792. The village covers a total geographical area of 160 hectares and falls under the 822114 pincode. Garhwa is the nearest town.
Soh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Soh
As per Census 2011, Soh village has a total population of 1,243 people, consisting of 652 males and 591 females. The village has 260 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 623 literate and 620 illiterate residents. Additionally, 192 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,243 | 652 | 591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 99 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 102 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 623 | 405 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 620 | 247 | 373 |
Nearby Villages of Soh
Soh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Loto | South-West | 1.14 km |
| Hasker | North-East | 1.30 km |
| Mahulia | West | 1.73 km |
| Birbandha | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Harnathpur | North | 2.06 km |
| Achli | North | 2.08 km |
| Tiwari Marhatia | East | 2.21 km |
| Bhaduma | West | 2.25 km |
| Baghmar | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Achla | North-East | 2.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soh
Soh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Garhwa, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 143.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Garhwa to Soh is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Soh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Soh
Where is Soh located?
Soh village is located in Garhwa Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soh?
The Gram Panchayat of Soh is Birbandha.
What is the pincode of Soh?
The pincode of Soh is 822114.
What is the population of Soh?
Soh has a total population of 1,243, including 652 males and 591 females.
How many households are there in Soh?
There are 260 households in Soh.
What is the literacy rate in Soh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soh is 50.12%. Male literacy is 62.12% and female literacy is 36.89%.