Sothia - Mankapur, Gonda
Sothia is a village situated in the Mankapur tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mankapur and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Sothia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sothia is 175507. The village covers a total geographical area of 324.15 hectares and falls under the 271302 pincode. Mankapur Gonda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sothia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mankapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sothia
As per Census 2011, Sothia village has a total population of 2,321 people, consisting of 1,199 males and 1,122 females. The village has 344 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 352 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,394 literate and 927 illiterate residents. Additionally, 394 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sothia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,321 | 1,199 | 1,122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 352 | 196 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 394 | 202 | 192 |
| Literate Population | 1,394 | 838 | 556 |
| Illiterate Population | 927 | 361 | 566 |
Nearby Villages of Sothia
Sothia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Banaksiha | North-East | 1.30 km |
| Rendaura | West | 1.30 km |
| Rampur | South | 2.14 km |
| Seeha Gaon | North-West | 2.25 km |
| Vidya Nagar | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Pendaran | East | 2.69 km |
| Besahupur | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Gardhi | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Pikaura | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Khajuri | South-East | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sothia
Public transport in the Sothia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Motiganj, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.6 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mankapur Gonda to Sothia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Sothia is about 23 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 Sothia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sothia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sothia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sothia 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 Sothia
Where is Sothia located?
Sothia village is located in Mankapur Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sothia?
Sothia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sothia?
The pincode of Sothia is 271302.
What is the population of Sothia?
Sothia has a total population of 2,321, including 1,199 males and 1,122 females.
How many households are there in Sothia?
There are 344 households in Sothia.
What is the literacy rate in Sothia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sothia is 60.06%. Male literacy is 69.89% and female literacy is 49.55%.