Sakhauwan - Barachatti, Gaya
Sakhauwan is a village situated in the Barachatti subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barachatti and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Binda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sakhauwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakhauwan is 257282. The village covers a total geographical area of 10 hectares and falls under the 824201 pincode. Gaya is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Sakhauwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sakhauwan
As per Census 2011, Sakhauwan village has a total population of 216 people, consisting of 115 males and 101 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 71 literate and 145 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakhauwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 216 | 115 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 106 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 48 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 67 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Sakhauwan
Sakhauwan 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 Sakhauwan
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sakhauwan.
| 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 Gaya to Sakhauwan is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakhauwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakhauwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sakhauwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakhauwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sakhauwan
Where is Sakhauwan located?
Sakhauwan village is located in Barachatti Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakhauwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakhauwan is Binda.
What is the pincode of Sakhauwan?
The pincode of Sakhauwan is 824201.
What is the population of Sakhauwan?
Sakhauwan has a total population of 216, including 115 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Sakhauwan?
There are 34 households in Sakhauwan.
What is the literacy rate in Sakhauwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakhauwan is 32.87%. Male literacy is 41.74% and female literacy is 22.77%.