Sohanaria - Padrauna, Kushinagar
Sohanaria is a village situated in the Padrauna tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padrauna and around 4 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Sohanaria village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohanaria is 188660. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.57 hectares and falls under the 274309 pincode. Kushinagar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Sohanaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kushinagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kushi Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sohanaria
As per Census 2011, Sohanaria village has a total population of 3,019 people, consisting of 1,560 males and 1,459 females. The village has 380 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 469 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,576 literate and 1,443 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sohanaria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,019 | 1,560 | 1,459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 469 | 247 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 42 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 21 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 1,576 | 979 | 597 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,443 | 581 | 862 |
Nearby Villages of Sohanaria
Sohanaria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Durgwalia | South | 1.20 km |
| Dharampur Buzurg | North-East | 1.33 km |
| Parsauna | West | 1.56 km |
| Dumar Bhar | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Sadi Khurd | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Chauparia | North-East | 1.91 km |
| Sidhua Bagar Bhath | East | 2.06 km |
| Baij Nathpur | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Dharampur Khurd | North | 2.46 km |
| Narsar | South-West | 2.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sohanaria
Sohanaria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Padrauna, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kushinagar to Sohanaria is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kushinagar to Sohanaria is about 4 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sohanaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohanaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sohanaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohanaria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sohanaria
Where is Sohanaria located?
Sohanaria village is located in Padrauna Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sohanaria?
Sohanaria is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sohanaria?
The pincode of Sohanaria is 274309.
What is the population of Sohanaria?
Sohanaria has a total population of 3,019, including 1,560 males and 1,459 females.
How many households are there in Sohanaria?
There are 380 households in Sohanaria.
What is the literacy rate in Sohanaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohanaria is 52.20%. Male literacy is 62.76% and female literacy is 40.92%.