Shoma
Shoma is a village located in Robertsganj tehsil of Sonbhadra district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 59km away from sub-district headquarter Robertsganj (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Sonbhadra. As per 2009 stats, Soma is the gram panchayat of Shoma village.
Here you can discover what makes Shoma unique in its vibrant Robertsganj-Sonbhadra region. You’ll see Shoma’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 Shoma
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shoma is 213977. The village spans a total geographical area of 1042.32 hectares. Sonbhadra is nearest town to Shoma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 59km away.
Google Map of Shoma
Population of Shoma
According to the 2011 Census, Shoma has a total population of about 890, with approximately 458 males and 432 females. The sex ratio is around 943 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 200 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 683 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 172. The overall literacy rate is approximately 39.10%, with male literacy at about 50.44% and female literacy near 27.08%. There are around 160 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shoma's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 890 | 458 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 101 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 683 | 350 | 333 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 88 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 348 | 231 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 542 | 227 | 315 |
Connectivity of Shoma
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shoma. As per the 2011 stats, Shoma 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 Shoma
Knowing the nearby villages of Shoma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shoma.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shoma
- Where is Shoma located?
- Shoma village is situated in Robertsganj Tehsil, within the Sonbhadra district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shoma?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shoma is Soma (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Shoma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shoma is 890, with 458 males and 432 females.
- How many households are there in Shoma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shoma village has a total of 160 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shoma as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shoma is 39.10%. The male literacy rate is 50.44%, while the female literacy rate is 27.08%.