Soharia - Mahmudabad, Sitapur
Soharia is a village situated in the Mahmudabad tehsil of Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahmudabad and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Sitapur. Sohariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soharia is 138645. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.27 hectares and falls under the 261203 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town.
Soharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahmoodabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sitapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soharia
According to the 2011 Census, Soharia village had a total population of 870 people, including 456 males and 414 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.68%, with male literacy at 82.99% and female literacy at 57.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 164.
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 | 870 | 456 | 414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 68 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 84 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 523 | 322 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 134 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Soharia
Soharia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Soharia
Soharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Soharia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Sitapur to Soharia is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Soharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soharia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Soharia
Where is Soharia located?
Soharia village is located in Mahmudabad Tehsil, Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Soharia is Sohariya.
What is the pincode of Soharia?
The pincode of Soharia is 261203.
What is the population of Soharia?
Soharia had a total population of 870, including 456 males and 414 females.
How many households are there in Soharia?
Soharia had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soharia was 70.68%. Male literacy was 82.99% and female literacy was 57.10%.