Sohansa
Sohansa is a village located in Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Machhlishahr (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Sohansa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sohansa unique in its vibrant Machhlishahr-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Sohansa’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 Sohansa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sohansa is 201261. The village spans a total geographical area of 597.82 hectares. Jaunpur is nearest town to Sohansa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Sohansa
Population of Sohansa
According to the 2011 Census, Sohansa has a total population of about 5,173, with approximately 2,570 males and 2,603 females. The sex ratio is around 1012 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 720 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 464 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 57.08%, with male literacy at about 68.64% and female literacy near 45.68%. There are around 706 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sohansa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,173 | 2,570 | 2,603 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 720 | 372 | 348 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 464 | 228 | 236 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,953 | 1,764 | 1,189 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,220 | 806 | 1,414 |
Connectivity of Sohansa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sohansa. As per the 2011 stats, Sohansa 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 Sohansa
Knowing the nearby villages of Sohansa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sohansa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sohansa
- Where is Sohansa located?
- Sohansa village is situated in Machhlishahr Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sohansa?
- Sohansa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sohansa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sohansa is 5,173, with 2,570 males and 2,603 females.
- How many households are there in Sohansa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sohansa village has a total of 706 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sohansa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sohansa is 57.08%. The male literacy rate is 68.64%, while the female literacy rate is 45.68%.