Shoma - Robertsganj, Sonbhadra
Shoma is a village situated in the Robertsganj tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 59 km from the tehsil headquarters in Robertsganj and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Soma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shoma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shoma is 213977. The village covers a total geographical area of 1042.32 hectares and falls under the 231213 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Shoma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Robertsganj Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Shoma
As per Census 2011, Shoma village has a total population of 890 people, consisting of 458 males and 432 females. The village has 160 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 348 literate and 542 illiterate residents. Additionally, 683 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 172 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shoma are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Shoma
Shoma 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhitari | South | 2.45 km |
| Shathari | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Kashi | North | 3.10 km |
| Panaura | East | 4.08 km |
| Chananee | South-East | 4.51 km |
| Ranidih | South | 4.97 km |
| Sharsha | South | 5.05 km |
| Mahuna | South-West | 5.29 km |
| Arugur | South-East | 5.39 km |
| Lorha | North-East | 5.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shoma
Shoma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Churk, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Shoma is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Shoma is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shoma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shoma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shoma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shoma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shoma
Where is Shoma located?
Shoma village is located in Robertsganj Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shoma?
The Gram Panchayat of Shoma is Soma.
What is the pincode of Shoma?
The pincode of Shoma is 231213.
What is the population of Shoma?
Shoma has a total population of 890, including 458 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Shoma?
There are 160 households in Shoma.
What is the literacy rate in Shoma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shoma is 39.10%. Male literacy is 50.44% and female literacy is 27.08%.