Sohansa - Ramsanehighat, Bara Banki
Sohansa is a village situated in the Ramsanehighat tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramsanehighat and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Dullapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sohansa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohansa is 165256. The village covers a total geographical area of 128.81 hectares and falls under the 225416 pincode. Barabanki is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sohansa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dariyabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Faizabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sohansa
As per Census 2011, Sohansa village has a total population of 515 people, consisting of 273 males and 242 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 244 literate and 271 illiterate residents. Additionally, 369 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sohansa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 515 | 273 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 52 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 369 | 197 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 154 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 119 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Sohansa
Sohansa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dullapur | South-East | 0.74 km |
| Rampur | North-West | 1.23 km |
| Bhausingh Pur | East | 1.31 km |
| Kithaiya | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Manpur Makohiya | North | 1.83 km |
| Supa Mau | South | 2.01 km |
| Mahmoodpur | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Baburi Gaon | East | 2.48 km |
| Bhawaniyapur | West | 2.59 km |
| Manjhgawan | South | 2.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sohansa
Sohansa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Haidergarh, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barabanki to Sohansa is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barabanki to Sohansa is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sohansa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohansa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sohansa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohansa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sohansa
Where is Sohansa located?
Sohansa village is located in Ramsanehighat Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sohansa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sohansa is Dullapur.
What is the pincode of Sohansa?
The pincode of Sohansa is 225416.
What is the population of Sohansa?
Sohansa has a total population of 515, including 273 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Sohansa?
There are 101 households in Sohansa.
What is the literacy rate in Sohansa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohansa is 47.38%. Male literacy is 56.41% and female literacy is 37.19%.