Sopara - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Sopara is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Sopara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sopara is 186718. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.77 hectares and falls under the 273211 pincode.
Sopara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sopara
As per Census 2011, Sopara village has a total population of 1,530 people, consisting of 771 males and 759 females. The village has 222 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 211 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,033 literate and 497 illiterate residents. Additionally, 702 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sopara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,530 | 771 | 759 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 101 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 702 | 370 | 332 |
| Literate Population | 1,033 | 608 | 425 |
| Illiterate Population | 497 | 163 | 334 |
Nearby Villages of Sopara
Sopara is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sopara
Sopara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gorakhpur to Sopara is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sopara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sopara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sopara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sopara 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 Sopara
Where is Sopara located?
Sopara village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sopara?
Sopara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sopara?
The pincode of Sopara is 273211.
What is the population of Sopara?
Sopara has a total population of 1,530, including 771 males and 759 females.
How many households are there in Sopara?
There are 222 households in Sopara.
What is the literacy rate in Sopara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sopara is 67.52%. Male literacy is 78.86% and female literacy is 55.99%.