Village code 316073

Sohara Village, Murarai - I Block: Map, PIN Code and Population

Sohara is a village in Murarai - I Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Birbhum district, West Bengal. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Sohara village map in West Bengal
Sohara village map image for Murarai - I Block, West Bengal.

Village Overview

Sohara is a village in Murarai - I Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Birbhum district, West Bengal. For Sohara, the population is 1,816, PIN code is 731238 and Census village code is 316073. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Sohara village
Village code316073
PIN code731238
Population1,816
Households423
Area143.96 ha / 1.44 sq. km / 356 acres
Population density1,261 people per sq. km
Sex ratio951 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townRampurhat (26 km)
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtBirbhum
Census 2011 districtBirbhum

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 731238. This helps users verify the postal area for Sohara, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Sohara village
PIN code731238
Post offices linked with this PINChatra SO Birbhum, Bhadista BO, Bishore BO, Chhatina BO, Duria BO, and Goalmal BO
Best matching post officeChatra SO Birbhum (Post office)
Delivery office records11
Postal districtBirbhum
Postal stateWest Bengal
Postal divisionBirbhum Division
Postal circleWest Bengal Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Sohara comes under Sohara gram panchayat and Murarai - I C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Murarai - I Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Murarai at 10.80 km. The Census district headquarters, Suri, is 72.50 km away.

Administrative details for Sohara
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtBirbhum
Census 2011 districtBirbhum
State code19
District code334
Block / Census sub-district code2249
C.D. Block code96
Block panchayat code96

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Sohara village and its household count.

Total population

1,816 residents in 423 households

Male population

931

Female population

885

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 508; Scheduled Tribes: 1

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Available; count: 2

Private pre-primary school

Available; count: 1

Government primary school

Available; count: 2

Private primary school

Available; count: 1

Middle school

Not available in village

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Sohara
ASHA workerAvailable

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Sohara
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceNot available in village
Railway stationAvailable
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadAvailable
All-weather roadNot available in village
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankAvailable
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopAvailable
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeAvailable
Daily newspaper supplyAvailable
Sports fieldAvailable
Public libraryAvailable
Public reading roomAvailable

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Sohara
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesNot available in village
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageNot available in village
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyAvailable
Commercial power supplyNot available in village
Summer domestic power11 hours per day
Winter domestic power14 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Sohara
Net area sown132.89 hectares
Irrigated area25 hectares
Unirrigated area107.89 hectares
Tanks / lakes irrigated area15 hectares
Main cropPaddy
Second cropWheat
Third cropMustard

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Sohara
Middle schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Chatra, within 5 km.
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Chatra, within 5 km.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Murarai, more than 10 km away.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.

How to Reach Sohara

Rampurhat (26 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Murarai is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Sohara
Nearest major townRampurhat (26 km)
Block headquartersMurarai (10.80 km)
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageAvailable
All-weather roadNot available in village

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Block, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Sohara. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Sohara
Govt Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 2
Private Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 1
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 2
Private Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Tank Pond LakeAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
Railway StationAvailable
Carts Drivens by AnimalsAvailable
Other District RoadAvailable
Black Topped (Pucca) RoadAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
FoothpathAvailable
Commercial BankAvailable
Self Help Group SHGAvailable
Public Distribution System PDS ShopAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
Nutritional Centres OthersAvailable
ASHAAvailable
Sports FieldAvailable
Sports Club Recreation CentreAvailable
Cinema Video HallAvailable
Public LibraryAvailable
Public Reading RoomAvailable
Daily Newspaper SupplyAvailable
Assembly Polling StationAvailable
Birth and Death Registration OfficeAvailable
Power Supply for Domestic UseAvailable
Power Supply for Agriculture UseAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, block, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Sohara village located?

Sohara is located in Murarai - I Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Birbhum.

Which Block is Sohara in?

Sohara is in Murarai - I Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Sohara in?

District: Birbhum.

What is the village code of Sohara?

The Census village code of Sohara is 316073.

What is the PIN code of Sohara?

The PIN code reported for Sohara is 731238.

What is the population of Sohara?

Sohara has 1,816 residents in 423 households as per Census 2011.

Which is the nearest town to Sohara?

The nearest statutory town to Sohara is Rampurhat (26 km).

Which crops are grown in Sohara?

The main crops reported for Sohara are Paddy, Wheat, and Mustard.

What land-use details are available for Sohara?

Land-use details for Sohara include net area sown: 132.89 hectares, irrigated area: 25 hectares, and unirrigated area: 107.89 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Sohara?

Government primary school status for Sohara is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Sohara?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Sohara?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Sohara?

The total geographical area of Sohara is 143.96 hectares.

How many households are in Sohara?

Sohara has 423 households as per Census 2011.

Is tap water available in Sohara?

Treated tap water is not available in village.

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