Sohair
Sohair is a village located in Itahar subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.7km away from sub-district headquarter Itahar. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Sohair village. As per 2009 stats, Itahar is the gram panchayat of Sohair village.
Sohair has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur 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 Sohair
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sohair is 310228. The village spans a total geographical area of 568.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733128. Raiganj is nearest town to Sohair village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Sohair
Population of Sohair
Below is a concise population overview of Sohair 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 | 3,381 | 1,740 | 1,641 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 464 | 248 | 216 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 451 | 233 | 218 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,939 | 1,072 | 867 |
Illiterate Population | 1,442 | 668 | 774 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sohair village:
- The total population of Sohair village is around 3,381, including approximately 1,740 males and 1,641 females, with a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 464 children aged 0–6 years in Sohair village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sohair village has 451 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Sohair village is about 57.35%, with male literacy at 61.61% and female literacy at 52.83%.
- There are around 799 households in Sohair village.
Connectivity of Sohair
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sohair. As per the 2011 stats, Sohair 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sohair
Knowing the nearby villages of Sohair helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sohair.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sohair
- Where is Sohair located?
- Sohair village is situated in Itahar Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sohair?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sohair is Itahar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sohair?
- The pincode of Sohair is 733128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sohair as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sohair is 3,381, with 1,740 males and 1,641 females.
- How many households are there in Sohair as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sohair village has a total of 799 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sohair as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sohair is 57.35%. The male literacy rate is 61.61%, while the female literacy rate is 52.83%.