Sowan
Sowan is a village located in Dumraon subdivision of Buxar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Dumraon (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Buxar. As per 2009 stats, Sowan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sowan unique in its vibrant Dumraon-Buxar region. You’ll see Sowan’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 Sowan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sowan is 248158. The village spans a total geographical area of 528 hectares. Sowan is nearest town to Sowan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Sowan
Population of Sowan
According to the 2011 Census, Sowan has a total population of about 8,064, with approximately 4,173 males and 3,891 females. The sex ratio is around 932 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,486 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,498 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 51.05%, with male literacy at about 62.43% and female literacy near 38.86%. There are around 1,273 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sowan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,064 | 4,173 | 3,891 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,486 | 779 | 707 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,498 | 803 | 695 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,117 | 2,605 | 1,512 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,947 | 1,568 | 2,379 |
Connectivity of Sowan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sowan. As per the 2011 stats, Sowan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sowan
Knowing the nearby villages of Sowan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sowan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sowan
- Where is Sowan located?
- Sowan village is situated in Dumraon Subdivision, within the Buxar district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sowan?
- Sowan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sowan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sowan is 8,064, with 4,173 males and 3,891 females.
- How many households are there in Sowan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sowan village has a total of 1,273 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sowan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sowan is 51.05%. The male literacy rate is 62.43%, while the female literacy rate is 38.86%.