Sotil
Sotil is a village located in Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Ghorawal (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Sonbhadra. As per 2009 stats, Sotil village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sotil unique in its vibrant Ghorawal-Sonbhadra region. You’ll see Sotil’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sotil
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sotil is 213127. The village spans a total geographical area of 225.23 hectares. Sonbhadra is nearest town to Sotil village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Sotil
Population of Sotil
According to the 2011 Census, Sotil has a total population of about 1,415, with approximately 750 males and 665 females. The sex ratio is around 886 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 240 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 532 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.85%, with male literacy at about 64.40% and female literacy near 41.95%. There are around 312 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sotil's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,415 | 750 | 665 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 129 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 532 | 283 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 762 | 483 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 653 | 267 | 386 |
Connectivity of Sotil
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sotil. As per the 2011 stats, Sotil had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sotil
Knowing the nearby villages of Sotil helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sotil.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sotil
- Where is Sotil located?
- Sotil village is situated in Ghorawal Tehsil, within the Sonbhadra district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sotil?
- Sotil serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sotil as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sotil is 1,415, with 750 males and 665 females.
- How many households are there in Sotil as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sotil village has a total of 312 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sotil as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sotil is 53.85%. The male literacy rate is 64.40%, while the female literacy rate is 41.95%.