Sir Sothi - Harraiya, Basti
Sir Sothi is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Parsaunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sir Sothi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sir Sothi is 179708. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.96 hectares and falls under the 272155 pincode.
Sir Sothi 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 Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sir Sothi
According to the 2011 Census, Sir Sothi village had a total population of 96 people, including 54 males and 42 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 778 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.49%, with male literacy at 63.27% and female literacy at 40.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44.
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 | 96 | 54 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 31 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 23 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Sir Sothi
Sir Sothi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fardapur | North-West | 0.59 km |
| Parsaunda | South-East | 0.60 km |
| Machaua Babu | West | 0.65 km |
| Shivjot | North-East | 0.89 km |
| Lala Jot | South | 0.93 km |
| Sonwarasa Tappa Puraina | South-West | 1.09 km |
| Chhavia Rajai | South-West | 1.31 km |
| Kharthua | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Trilokpur Shukla | North-East | 1.37 km |
| Bhupati Jot | South-East | 1.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sir Sothi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sir Sothi. The nearest railway station is Gaur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Basti to Sir Sothi is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sir Sothi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sir Sothi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sir Sothi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sir Sothi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sir Sothi
Where is Sir Sothi located?
Sir Sothi village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sir Sothi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sir Sothi is Parsaunda.
What is the pincode of Sir Sothi?
The pincode of Sir Sothi is 272155.
What is the population of Sir Sothi?
Sir Sothi had a total population of 96, including 54 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Sir Sothi?
Sir Sothi had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sir Sothi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sir Sothi was 53.49%. Male literacy was 63.27% and female literacy was 40.54%.