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.
Here you can discover what makes Sohair unique in its vibrant Itahar-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Sohair’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sohair has a total population of about 3,381, with approximately 1,740 males and 1,641 females. The sex ratio is around 943 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 464 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 451 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.35%, with male literacy at about 61.61% and female literacy near 52.83%. There are around 799 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sohair's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.