Sughrain - Kusheshwar Asthan Purbi, Darbhanga
Sughrain is a village situated in the Kusheshwar Asthan Purbi subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kusheshwar Asthan Purbi and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Sughrain village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sughrain is 227935. The village covers a total geographical area of 1322 hectares and falls under the 847203 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Sughrain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Sughrain
According to the 2011 Census, Sughrain village had a total population of 15,165 people, including 8,100 males and 7,065 females, living in 3,076 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.22%, with male literacy at 56.95% and female literacy at 27.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,978.
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 | 15,165 | 8,100 | 7,065 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,223 | 1,703 | 1,520 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,978 | 1,052 | 926 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 5,161 | 3,643 | 1,518 |
| Illiterate Population | 10,004 | 4,457 | 5,547 |
Nearby Villages of Sughrain
Sughrain 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 Sughrain
Public transport in the Sughrain is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rosera to Sughrain is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Sughrain is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sughrain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sughrain village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sughrain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sughrain village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sughrain
Where is Sughrain located?
Sughrain village is located in Kusheshwar Asthan Purbi Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sughrain?
Sughrain is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sughrain?
The pincode of Sughrain is 847203.
What is the population of Sughrain?
Sughrain had a total population of 15,165, including 8,100 males and 7,065 females.
How many households are there in Sughrain?
Sughrain had 3,076 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sughrain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sughrain was 43.22%. Male literacy was 56.95% and female literacy was 27.38%.