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.

Sowan has its own place in the vibrant Buxar 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 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.

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Population of Sowan

Below is a concise population overview of Sowan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sowan village:

  • The total population of Sowan village is around 8,064, including approximately 4,173 males and 3,891 females, with a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,486 children aged 0–6 years in Sowan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sowan village has 1,498 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sowan village is about 51.05%, with male literacy at 62.43% and female literacy at 38.86%.
  • There are around 1,273 households in Sowan village.

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.

Sarora Dheka Turiganj Kumbhi Noaon Rehiya Ariyawon Dubkhi Usrauliya Basgitiya Kachainiya

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%.