Sophipur
Sophipur is a village located in Lalganj tehsil of Azamgarh district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Lalganj (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Azamgarh. As per 2009 stats, Sophipur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sophipur unique in its vibrant Lalganj-Azamgarh region. You’ll see Sophipur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sophipur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sophipur is 195368. The village spans a total geographical area of 180.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 276202. Azamgrh is nearest town to Sophipur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
Google Map of Sophipur
Population of Sophipur
According to the 2011 Census, Sophipur has a total population of about 2,502, with approximately 1,191 males and 1,311 females. The sex ratio is around 1100 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 436 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 743 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.07%, with male literacy at about 64.15% and female literacy near 54.46%. There are around 357 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sophipur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,502 | 1,191 | 1,311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 436 | 234 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 743 | 347 | 396 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,478 | 764 | 714 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,024 | 427 | 597 |
Connectivity of Sophipur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sophipur. As per the 2011 stats, Sophipur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sophipur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sophipur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sophipur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sophipur
- Where is Sophipur located?
- Sophipur village is situated in Lalganj Tehsil, within the Azamgarh district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sophipur?
- Sophipur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sophipur?
- The pincode of Sophipur is 276202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sophipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sophipur is 2,502, with 1,191 males and 1,311 females.
- How many households are there in Sophipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sophipur village has a total of 357 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sophipur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sophipur is 59.07%. The male literacy rate is 64.15%, while the female literacy rate is 54.46%.