Sohant - Hasanpur, Amroha
Sohant is a village situated in the Hasanpur tehsil of Amroha district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from Hasanpur and around 43 km from Jyotiba Phule Nagar. Sauhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sohant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohant is 118363. The village covers a total geographical area of 646.29 hectares and falls under the 244241 pincode. Hasanpur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Sohant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hasanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amroha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sohant
As per Census 2011, Sohant village has a total population of 3,749 people, consisting of 1,954 males and 1,795 females. The village has 659 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 674 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,913 literate and 1,836 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,677 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sohant are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,749 | 1,954 | 1,795 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 674 | 353 | 321 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,677 | 883 | 794 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,913 | 1,210 | 703 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,836 | 744 | 1,092 |
Nearby Villages of Sohant
Sohant 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tarara | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Kanddawa | West | 2.13 km |
| Makanpur Sharki | North-East | 2.47 km |
| Rajupur | North-East | 2.56 km |
| Chamar Patei | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Firozpur Badlu | West | 2.70 km |
| Kaneta | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Niryabli | South | 3.03 km |
| Tajpur Dungar | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Paharpur Bakkal | North | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sohant
Sohant is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Garhmuktesar Br, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hasanpur to Sohant is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jyotiba Phule Nagar to Sohant is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sohant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sohant
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohant 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sohant
Where is Sohant located?
Sohant village is located in Hasanpur Tehsil, Amroha district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sohant?
The Gram Panchayat of Sohant is Sauhat.
What is the pincode of Sohant?
The pincode of Sohant is 244241.
What is the population of Sohant?
Sohant has a total population of 3,749, including 1,954 males and 1,795 females.
How many households are there in Sohant?
There are 659 households in Sohant.
What is the literacy rate in Sohant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohant is 51.03%. Male literacy is 61.92% and female literacy is 39.16%.