Somar Bari - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Somar Bari is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Karoyi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somar Bari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somar Bari is 203497. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.44 hectares and falls under the 275202 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Somar Bari 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 Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somar Bari
According to the 2011 Census, Somar Bari village had a total population of 396 people, including 197 males and 199 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.75%, with male literacy at 80.47% and female literacy at 56.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
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 | 396 | 197 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 28 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 136 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 61 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Somar Bari
Somar Bari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Suraj Dilla | South | 0.65 km |
| Jotram Sahaya | East | 0.88 km |
| Mirjapur | South | 1.01 km |
| Rampur Patari | North | 1.05 km |
| Ratanpura | North-East | 1.27 km |
| Dhaurehra Gopal Rai | South-East | 1.36 km |
| Chhatma | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Bhikhampur | East | 1.46 km |
| Araji Kubarja | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Shahpur Barik | West | 1.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somar Bari
Somar Bari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Naik Dih, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghazipur to Somar Bari is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Somar Bari is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somar Bari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somar Bari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Somar Bari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somar Bari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Somar Bari
Where is Somar Bari located?
Somar Bari village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Somar Bari?
The Gram Panchayat of Somar Bari is Karoyi.
What is the pincode of Somar Bari?
The pincode of Somar Bari is 275202.
What is the population of Somar Bari?
Somar Bari had a total population of 396, including 197 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Somar Bari?
Somar Bari had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somar Bari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somar Bari was 68.75%. Male literacy was 80.47% and female literacy was 56.89%.