Soraha - Harraiya, Basti
Soraha is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Sukrauli Kunwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soraha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soraha is 179112. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.39 hectares and falls under the 272128 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Soraha 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 Soraha
As per Census 2011, Soraha village has a total population of 95 people, consisting of 31 males and 64 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 2,064 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 54 literate and 41 illiterate residents. Additionally, 91 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soraha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 95 | 31 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 29 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 21 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 10 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Soraha
Soraha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khadava Chirai | South-East | 0.56 km |
| Sukrauli Kunwar | North | 0.62 km |
| Moiyapur | North-East | 0.74 km |
| Nagpur Kunwar | West | 1.24 km |
| Bhojpur | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Padari Babu | South-East | 1.41 km |
| Thakurpur | South | 1.43 km |
| Khanwa Kunwar | East | 1.77 km |
| Lachhimanpur Kunwar | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Harnahwa | South | 2.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soraha
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Soraha. The nearest railway station is Maskanwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.2 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 Soraha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Soraha is about 56 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 Soraha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soraha 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Soraha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soraha 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 Soraha
Where is Soraha located?
Soraha village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soraha?
The Gram Panchayat of Soraha is Sukrauli Kunwar.
What is the pincode of Soraha?
The pincode of Soraha is 272128.
What is the population of Soraha?
Soraha has a total population of 95, including 31 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Soraha?
There are 18 households in Soraha.
What is the literacy rate in Soraha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soraha is 56.84%. Male literacy is 67.74% and female literacy is 51.56%.