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.

Sohansa has its own place in the vibrant Jaunpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Sohansa

Below is a concise population overview of Sohansa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sohansa village:

  • The total population of Sohansa village is around 5,173, including approximately 2,570 males and 2,603 females, with a sex ratio of 1012 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 720 children aged 0–6 years in Sohansa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sohansa village has 464 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sohansa village is about 57.08%, with male literacy at 68.64% and female literacy at 45.68%.
  • There are around 706 households in Sohansa village.

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.

Rakhauli Hasanpur Pandepur Chhanehata Sarai Chauhan Babhanpur Fattupur Nisfi Tarahathi Buranpur Ramnathpur Rampur Mori

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%.