Sukhwara - Manigachhi, Darbhanga
Sukhwara is a village situated in the Manigachhi subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manigachhi and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Bramhpura Bhatpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sukhwara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sukhwara is 227144. The village covers a total geographical area of 202 hectares and falls under the 847424 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sukhwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sukhwara
As per Census 2011, Sukhwara village has a total population of 1,634 people, consisting of 829 males and 805 females. The village has 386 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,026 literate and 608 illiterate residents. Additionally, 231 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sukhwara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,634 | 829 | 805 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 80 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 126 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,026 | 622 | 404 |
| Illiterate Population | 608 | 207 | 401 |
Nearby Villages of Sukhwara
Sukhwara 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 Sukhwara
Sukhwara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Sukhwara 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 Jhanjharpur to Sukhwara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Sukhwara is about 36 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 Sukhwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sukhwara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sukhwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sukhwara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sukhwara
Where is Sukhwara located?
Sukhwara village is located in Manigachhi Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sukhwara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sukhwara is Bramhpura Bhatpura.
What is the pincode of Sukhwara?
The pincode of Sukhwara is 847424.
What is the population of Sukhwara?
Sukhwara has a total population of 1,634, including 829 males and 805 females.
How many households are there in Sukhwara?
There are 386 households in Sukhwara.
What is the literacy rate in Sukhwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sukhwara is 62.79%. Male literacy is 75.03% and female literacy is 50.19%.