Sohara
Sohara is a village located in Murarai I subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.8km away from sub-district headquarter Murarai (tehsildar office) and 72.5km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Chatra is the gram panchayat of Sohara village.
Here you can discover what makes Sohara unique in its vibrant Murarai I-Birbhum region. You’ll see Sohara’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 Sohara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sohara is 316073. The village spans a total geographical area of 143.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731238. Rampurhat is nearest town to Sohara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Sohara
Population of Sohara
According to the 2011 Census, Sohara has a total population of about 1,816, with approximately 931 males and 885 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 218 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 508 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.02%, with male literacy at about 70.57% and female literacy near 61.24%. There are around 423 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sohara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,816 | 931 | 885 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 112 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 508 | 242 | 266 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,199 | 657 | 542 |
| Illiterate Population | 617 | 274 | 343 |
Connectivity of Sohara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sohara. As per the 2011 stats, Sohara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Sohara
Knowing the nearby villages of Sohara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sohara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sohara
- Where is Sohara located?
- Sohara village is situated in Murarai I Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sohara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sohara is Chatra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sohara?
- The pincode of Sohara is 731238, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sohara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sohara is 1,816, with 931 males and 885 females.
- How many households are there in Sohara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sohara village has a total of 423 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sohara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sohara is 66.02%. The male literacy rate is 70.57%, while the female literacy rate is 61.24%.