Sothara
Sothara is a village located in Shikohabad tehsil of Firozabad district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Shikohabad (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Firozabad. As per 2009 stats, Sothara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sothara unique in its vibrant Shikohabad-Firozabad region. You’ll see Sothara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sothara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sothara is 126089. The village spans a total geographical area of 402.89 hectares. Firozabad is nearest town to Sothara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Sothara
Population of Sothara
According to the 2011 Census, Sothara has a total population of about 2,559, with approximately 1,379 males and 1,180 females. The sex ratio is around 855 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 329 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 856 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.03%, with male literacy at about 80.42% and female literacy near 68.73%. There are around 462 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sothara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,559 | 1,379 | 1,180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 329 | 185 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 856 | 463 | 393 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,920 | 1,109 | 811 |
| Illiterate Population | 639 | 270 | 369 |
Connectivity of Sothara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sothara. As per the 2011 stats, Sothara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sothara
Knowing the nearby villages of Sothara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sothara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sothara
- Where is Sothara located?
- Sothara village is situated in Shikohabad Tehsil, within the Firozabad district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sothara?
- Sothara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sothara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sothara is 2,559, with 1,379 males and 1,180 females.
- How many households are there in Sothara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sothara village has a total of 462 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sothara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sothara is 75.03%. The male literacy rate is 80.42%, while the female literacy rate is 68.73%.