Sohraiya Wajid - Sagri, Azamgarh
Sohraiya Wajid is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Devapar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sohraiya Wajid village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohraiya Wajid is 193308. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.07 hectares and falls under the 276136 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Sohraiya Wajid village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sagri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sohraiya Wajid
According to the 2011 Census, Sohraiya Wajid village had a total population of 587 people, including 298 males and 289 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.20%, with male literacy at 86.64% and female literacy at 63.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 450.
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 | 587 | 298 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 51 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 450 | 230 | 220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 214 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 84 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Sohraiya Wajid
Sohraiya Wajid 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 Sohraiya Wajid
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sohraiya Wajid. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sohraiya Wajid.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Azamgarh to Sohraiya Wajid is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Sohraiya Wajid is about 15 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 Sohraiya Wajid
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohraiya Wajid village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sohraiya Wajid
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohraiya Wajid 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sohraiya Wajid
Where is Sohraiya Wajid located?
Sohraiya Wajid village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sohraiya Wajid?
The Gram Panchayat of Sohraiya Wajid is Devapar.
What is the pincode of Sohraiya Wajid?
The pincode of Sohraiya Wajid is 276136.
What is the population of Sohraiya Wajid?
Sohraiya Wajid had a total population of 587, including 298 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Sohraiya Wajid?
Sohraiya Wajid had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sohraiya Wajid?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohraiya Wajid was 75.20%. Male literacy was 86.64% and female literacy was 63.67%.