Soharwalia Khurd - Pharenda, Mahrajganj
Soharwalia Khurd is a village situated in the Pharenda tehsil of Mahrajganj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pharenda and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Mahrajganj. Soharwaliya Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soharwalia Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soharwalia Khurd is 184292. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.6 hectares and falls under the 273162 pincode.
Soharwalia Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Soharwalia Khurd
As per Census 2011, Soharwalia Khurd village has a total population of 1,659 people, consisting of 872 males and 787 females. The village has 253 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 226 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,069 literate and 590 illiterate residents. Additionally, 211 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soharwalia Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,659 | 872 | 787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 109 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 114 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,069 | 651 | 418 |
| Illiterate Population | 590 | 221 | 369 |
Nearby Villages of Soharwalia Khurd
Soharwalia Khurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Soharwalia Kala | North-East | 1.09 km |
| Siswania Buzurg | South-East | 1.12 km |
| Mani Kaura | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Purandrapur Sonbarsa | North | 1.83 km |
| Siswania Khurd | South | 2.20 km |
| Parsa Pandey | North | 2.34 km |
| Karmahwa Buzurg | East | 2.36 km |
| Darzi Chak | East | 2.43 km |
| Semra Mahraja | South-East | 2.45 km |
| Agaya | North-West | 2.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soharwalia Khurd
Soharwalia Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jhamat Halt, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mahrajganj to Soharwalia Khurd is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soharwalia Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soharwalia Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Soharwalia Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soharwalia Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Soharwalia Khurd
Where is Soharwalia Khurd located?
Soharwalia Khurd village is located in Pharenda Tehsil, Mahrajganj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soharwalia Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Soharwalia Khurd is Soharwaliya Khurd.
What is the pincode of Soharwalia Khurd?
The pincode of Soharwalia Khurd is 273162.
What is the population of Soharwalia Khurd?
Soharwalia Khurd has a total population of 1,659, including 872 males and 787 females.
How many households are there in Soharwalia Khurd?
There are 253 households in Soharwalia Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Soharwalia Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soharwalia Khurd is 64.44%. Male literacy is 74.66% and female literacy is 53.11%.