Sowan Village - Dumraon, Buxar
Sowan is a village situated in the Dumraon subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumraon and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Sowan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sowan is 248158. The village covers a total geographical area of 528 hectares and falls under the 802111 pincode. Sowan is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sowan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dumraon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buxar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sowan
As per Census 2011, Sowan village has a total population of 8,064 people, consisting of 4,173 males and 3,891 females. The village has 1,273 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,486 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,117 literate and 3,947 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,498 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sowan are given below:
| 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 |
| Literate Population | 4,117 | 2,605 | 1,512 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,947 | 1,568 | 2,379 |
Nearby Villages of Sowan
Sowan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sowan
Sowan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Sowan has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sowan to Sowan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Sowan is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sowan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sowan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sowan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sowan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sowan
Where is Sowan located?
Sowan village is located in Dumraon Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sowan?
Sowan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sowan?
The pincode of Sowan is 802111.
What is the population of Sowan?
Sowan has a total population of 8,064, including 4,173 males and 3,891 females.
How many households are there in Sowan?
There are 1,273 households in Sowan.
What is the literacy rate in Sowan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sowan is 51.05%. Male literacy is 62.43% and female literacy is 38.86%.