Sohari - Sagri, Azamgarh
Sohari is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Dharsan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sohari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohari is 192924. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.08 hectares and falls under the 276135 pincode. Kandharpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Sohari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sohari
According to the 2011 Census, Sohari village had a total population of 560 people, including 279 males and 281 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.72%, with male literacy at 80.50% and female literacy at 59.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 262.
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 | 560 | 279 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 124 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 194 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 85 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Sohari
Sohari 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 Sohari
Sohari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sohari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kandharpur to Sohari is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Sohari is about 18 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 Sohari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sohari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sohari
Where is Sohari located?
Sohari village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sohari?
The Gram Panchayat of Sohari is Dharsan.
What is the pincode of Sohari?
The pincode of Sohari is 276135.
What is the population of Sohari?
Sohari had a total population of 560, including 279 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Sohari?
Sohari had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sohari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohari was 69.72%. Male literacy was 80.50% and female literacy was 59.36%.