Sohil - Ramsanehighat, Bara Banki
Sohil is a village situated in the Ramsanehighat tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. Sohilpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sohil village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohil is 165178. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.28 hectares and falls under the 225405 pincode. Barabanki is the nearest town.
Sohil village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Sohil
According to the 2011 Census, Sohil village had a total population of 1,115 people, including 573 males and 542 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.05%, with male literacy at 83.81% and female literacy at 59.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 290.
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 | 1,115 | 573 | 542 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 79 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 290 | 138 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 691 | 414 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 159 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Sohil
Sohil 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hathounda | South-East | 1.01 km |
| Lalpur Rajpur | West | 1.07 km |
| Kotawa Sarak | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Bhawaniyapur Kheoli | South | 2.17 km |
| Hoose Pur | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Mohammadpur Kirat | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Gazipur | North | 2.56 km |
| Inder Pur | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Umarpur Raisaheb | East | 3.01 km |
| Medua | West | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sohil
Sohil is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Saidkhanpur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Sohil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohil 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 Sohil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohil 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sohil
Where is Sohil located?
Sohil village is located in Ramsanehighat Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sohil?
The Gram Panchayat of Sohil is Sohilpur.
What is the pincode of Sohil?
The pincode of Sohil is 225405.
What is the population of Sohil?
Sohil had a total population of 1,115, including 573 males and 542 females.
How many households are there in Sohil?
Sohil had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sohil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohil was 72.05%. Male literacy was 83.81% and female literacy was 59.57%.