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
According to the 2011 Census, Soharwalia Khurd village had a total population of 1,659 people, including 872 males and 787 females, living in 253 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.60%, with male literacy at 85.32% and female literacy at 62.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 211, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 1,659, including 872 males and 787 females.
How many households are there in Soharwalia Khurd?
Soharwalia Khurd had 253 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soharwalia Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soharwalia Khurd was 74.60%. Male literacy was 85.32% and female literacy was 62.39%.