Sofipur
Sofipur is a village located in Nizamabad tehsil of Azamgarh district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Nizamabad (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Azamgarh. As per 2009 stats, Shofipur is the gram panchayat of Sofipur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sofipur unique in its vibrant Nizamabad-Azamgarh region. You’ll see Sofipur’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 Sofipur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sofipur is 194228. The village spans a total geographical area of 147.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 276206. Nizamabad is nearest town to Sofipur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sofipur
Population of Sofipur
According to the 2011 Census, Sofipur has a total population of about 1,527, with approximately 785 males and 742 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 230 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 234 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 59.33%, with male literacy at about 71.72% and female literacy near 46.23%. There are around 217 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sofipur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,527 | 785 | 742 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 129 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 234 | 122 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 906 | 563 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 621 | 222 | 399 |
Connectivity of Sofipur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sofipur. As per the 2011 stats, Sofipur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sofipur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sofipur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sofipur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sofipur
- Where is Sofipur located?
- Sofipur village is situated in Nizamabad Tehsil, within the Azamgarh district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sofipur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sofipur is Shofipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sofipur?
- The pincode of Sofipur is 276206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sofipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sofipur is 1,527, with 785 males and 742 females.
- How many households are there in Sofipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sofipur village has a total of 217 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sofipur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sofipur is 59.33%. The male literacy rate is 71.72%, while the female literacy rate is 46.23%.