Sohara - Murarai - I, Birbhum
Sohara is a village situated in the Murarai - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murarai and around 72.5 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Chatra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sohara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sohara is 316073. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.96 hectares and falls under the 731238 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Sohara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sohara
As per Census 2011, Sohara village has a total population of 1,816 people, consisting of 931 males and 885 females. The village has 423 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 218 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,199 literate and 617 illiterate residents. Additionally, 508 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sohara are given below:
| Category | 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 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,199 | 657 | 542 |
| Illiterate Population | 617 | 274 | 343 |
Nearby Villages of Sohara
Sohara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harirampur | South-West | 0.62 km |
| Dakshin Mahurapur | North-West | 1.19 km |
| Chatra | East | 1.24 km |
| Bhatpara | South | 1.30 km |
| Batia | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Bhogpur | West | 1.80 km |
| Habispur | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Kapilsahar | North | 2.15 km |
| Sariha | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Dwariapur | East | 2.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sohara
Sohara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chatra, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rampurhat to Sohara is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Sohara is about 72.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sohara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sohara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sohara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sohara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sohara
Where is Sohara located?
Sohara village is located in Murarai - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sohara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sohara is Chatra.
What is the pincode of Sohara?
The pincode of Sohara is 731238.
What is the population of Sohara?
Sohara has a total population of 1,816, including 931 males and 885 females.
How many households are there in Sohara?
There are 423 households in Sohara.
What is the literacy rate in Sohara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sohara is 66.02%. Male literacy is 70.57% and female literacy is 61.24%.