Sorahiya - Nanpara, Bahraich
Sorahiya is a village situated in the Nanpara tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nanpara and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bahraich. Sorahiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sorahiya is 171359. The village covers a total geographical area of 921.65 hectares and falls under the 271881 pincode. Nanpara is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Sorahiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bahraich Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sorahiya
As per Census 2011, Sorahiya village has a total population of 6,183 people, consisting of 3,284 males and 2,899 females. The village has 1,162 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,028 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,572 literate and 3,611 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,030 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sorahiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,183 | 3,284 | 2,899 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,028 | 535 | 493 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,030 | 1,079 | 951 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,572 | 1,657 | 915 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,611 | 1,627 | 1,984 |
Nearby Villages of Sorahiya
Sorahiya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakshamanpur Salarpur | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Sujauli | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Jaitapur | North | 2.26 km |
| Charda | South-East | 2.81 km |
| Jamunha Babaganj | West | 2.86 km |
| Dubidhapur | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Bankuri | South-West | 3.06 km |
| Muralidhar Dadauli | North-East | 3.25 km |
| Nidh Nagar Sankalpa | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Kalwari | South-West | 3.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sorahiya
Sorahiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Babaganj, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 125.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Nanpara to Sorahiya is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bahraich to Sorahiya is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sorahiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sorahiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sorahiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sorahiya 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sorahiya
Where is Sorahiya located?
Sorahiya village is located in Nanpara Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sorahiya?
Sorahiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sorahiya?
The pincode of Sorahiya is 271881.
What is the population of Sorahiya?
Sorahiya has a total population of 6,183, including 3,284 males and 2,899 females.
How many households are there in Sorahiya?
There are 1,162 households in Sorahiya.
What is the literacy rate in Sorahiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sorahiya is 41.60%. Male literacy is 50.46% and female literacy is 31.56%.