Sukhapur - Rajpur, Buxar
Sukhapur is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Dhansoi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sukhapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sukhapur is 248566. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sukhapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sukhapur
According to the 2011 Census, Sukhapur village had a total population of 136 people, including 72 males and 64 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.91%, with male literacy at 87.93% and female literacy at 50.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 136 | 72 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 40 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 51 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 21 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Sukhapur
Sukhapur 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 Sukhapur
Sukhapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buxar to Sukhapur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sukhapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sukhapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sukhapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sukhapur 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 Sukhapur
Where is Sukhapur located?
Sukhapur village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sukhapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sukhapur is Dhansoi.
What is the pincode of Sukhapur?
The pincode of Sukhapur is 802122.
What is the population of Sukhapur?
Sukhapur had a total population of 136, including 72 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Sukhapur?
Sukhapur had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sukhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sukhapur was 69.91%. Male literacy was 87.93% and female literacy was 50.91%.