Sir Sothi Village - 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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Sir Sothi village has a total population of 96 people, consisting of 54 males and 42 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 777 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 46 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sir Sothi are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 96 | 54 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| 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 has a total population of 96, including 54 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Sir Sothi?
There are 19 households in Sir Sothi.
What is the literacy rate in Sir Sothi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sir Sothi is 47.92%. Male literacy is 57.41% and female literacy is 35.71%.