Somaie Gauri - Mihinpurwa Motipur, Bahraich
Somaie Gauri is a village situated in the Mihinpurwa Motipur tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Nanpara and around 74 km from Bahraich. Somaie Gauri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somaie Gauri is 171257. The village covers a total geographical area of 704.74 hectares and falls under the 271855 pincode. Nanpara is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Somaie Gauri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Somaie Gauri
According to the 2011 Census, Somaie Gauri village had a total population of 2,114 people, including 1,154 males and 960 females, living in 419 households. The sex ratio was 832 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.24%, with male literacy at 36.62% and female literacy at 19.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 148.
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 | 2,114 | 1,154 | 960 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 421 | 212 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 76 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 495 | 345 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,619 | 809 | 810 |
Nearby Villages of Somaie Gauri
Somaie Gauri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jalim Nagar | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Bakhtawar Gauri | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Mangauriya | East | 3.38 km |
| Gurh | North | 3.41 km |
| Kairati Purwa | South | 3.49 km |
| Girgtti | North-West | 3.82 km |
| Jhala | North-East | 4.12 km |
| Chiraiya | South-East | 4.99 km |
| Rajapur | East | 5.12 km |
| Pairua | North | 5.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somaie Gauri
Somaie Gauri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Murthiha, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nanpara to Somaie Gauri is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bahraich to Somaie Gauri is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somaie Gauri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somaie Gauri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Somaie Gauri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somaie Gauri 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Somaie Gauri
Where is Somaie Gauri located?
Somaie Gauri village is located in Mihinpurwa Motipur Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Somaie Gauri?
Somaie Gauri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Somaie Gauri?
The pincode of Somaie Gauri is 271855.
What is the population of Somaie Gauri?
Somaie Gauri had a total population of 2,114, including 1,154 males and 960 females.
How many households are there in Somaie Gauri?
Somaie Gauri had 419 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somaie Gauri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somaie Gauri was 29.24%. Male literacy was 36.62% and female literacy was 19.97%.