Sohai - Naigarhi, MAUGANJ
Sohai is a village situated in the Naigarhi tehsil of MAUGANJ district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Naigarhi and around 60 km from Rewa. Bahera Kothar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sohai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohai is 466832. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.49 hectares and falls under the 486115 pincode. Naigarhi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sohai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sohai
According to the 2011 Census, Sohai village had a total population of 44 people, including 21 males and 23 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,095 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.53%, with male literacy at 88.24% and female literacy at 58.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 6 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Sohai
Sohai 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 Sohai
Sohai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naigarhi to Sohai is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rewa to Sohai is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sohai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohai 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 Sohai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sohai
Where is Sohai located?
Sohai village is located in Naigarhi Tehsil, MAUGANJ district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sohai?
The Gram Panchayat of Sohai is Bahera Kothar.
What is the pincode of Sohai?
The pincode of Sohai is 486115.
What is the population of Sohai?
Sohai had a total population of 44, including 21 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Sohai?
Sohai had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sohai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohai was 73.53%. Male literacy was 88.24% and female literacy was 58.82%.