Sodhanpur - Belthara Road, Ballia
Sodhanpur is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Satuhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sodhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sodhanpur is 197765. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.05 hectares and falls under the 221716 pincode.
Sodhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sodhanpur
As per Census 2011, Sodhanpur village has a total population of 600 people, consisting of 299 males and 301 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 361 literate and 239 illiterate residents. Additionally, 326 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sodhanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 600 | 299 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 44 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 326 | 168 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 361 | 199 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 100 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Sodhanpur
Sodhanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhitaha Gopalpur | West | 0.82 km |
| Satuhari | South-West | 1.02 km |
| Majhooa T.amawe | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Ismailpur Udhran | North | 1.18 km |
| Kushha Rasidpur | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Harpur | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Udhran | North | 1.76 km |
| Pachma | East | 1.77 km |
| Hasanpur | South | 1.85 km |
| Jajauli | South | 2.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sodhanpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sodhanpur. The nearest railway station is Kirihrapur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Sodhanpur is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sodhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sodhanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sodhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sodhanpur 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 Sodhanpur
Where is Sodhanpur located?
Sodhanpur village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sodhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sodhanpur is Satuhari.
What is the pincode of Sodhanpur?
The pincode of Sodhanpur is 221716.
What is the population of Sodhanpur?
Sodhanpur has a total population of 600, including 299 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Sodhanpur?
There are 94 households in Sodhanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sodhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sodhanpur is 60.17%. Male literacy is 66.56% and female literacy is 53.82%.