Sofipur - Nizamabad, Azamgarh
Sofipur is a village situated in the Nizamabad tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nizamabad and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Shofipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sofipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sofipur is 194228. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.88 hectares and falls under the 276206 pincode.
Sofipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizamabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sofipur
As per Census 2011, Sofipur village has a total population of 1,527 people, consisting of 785 males and 742 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 906 literate and 621 illiterate residents. Additionally, 234 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sofipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,527 | 785 | 742 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 129 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 234 | 122 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 906 | 563 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 621 | 222 | 399 |
Nearby Villages of Sofipur
Sofipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Devdattpatti | West | 0.61 km |
| Jamalpur Kazi | South-East | 0.86 km |
| Gaddopur | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Bhanipur | West | 1.64 km |
| Tekmalpur | South-East | 1.70 km |
| Parsurampur | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Jamalpur Madhasia | North | 1.87 km |
| Dasu Patti | East | 1.88 km |
| Sherpur | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Masjid Begpur | South | 1.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sofipur
Public transport in the Sofipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sarai Rani, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Azamgarh to Sofipur is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sofipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sofipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sofipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sofipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sofipur
Where is Sofipur located?
Sofipur village is located in Nizamabad Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sofipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sofipur is Shofipur.
What is the pincode of Sofipur?
The pincode of Sofipur is 276206.
What is the population of Sofipur?
Sofipur has a total population of 1,527, including 785 males and 742 females.
How many households are there in Sofipur?
There are 217 households in Sofipur.
What is the literacy rate in Sofipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sofipur is 59.33%. Male literacy is 71.72% and female literacy is 46.23%.