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.
Sohara has its own place in the vibrant Birbhum region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Sohara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sohara village:
- The total population of Sohara village is around 1,816, including approximately 931 males and 885 females, with a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 218 children aged 0–6 years in Sohara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sohara village has 508 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sohara village is about 66.02%, with male literacy at 70.57% and female literacy at 61.24%.
- There are around 423 households in Sohara village.
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) |
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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%.