Sokhea
Sokhea is a village located in Barachatti subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Barachatti (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Dewaniya is the gram panchayat of Sokhea village.
Here you can discover what makes Sokhea unique in its vibrant Barachatti-Gaya region. You’ll see Sokhea’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sokhea
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sokhea is 257384. The village spans a total geographical area of 141 hectares. Gaya is nearest town to Sokhea village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 52km away.
Google Map of Sokhea
Population of Sokhea
According to the 2011 Census, Sokhea has a total population of about 1,116, with approximately 587 males and 529 females. The sex ratio is around 901 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 186 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.94%, with male literacy at about 63.03% and female literacy near 43.86%. There are around 160 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sokhea's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,116 | 587 | 529 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 102 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 602 | 370 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 514 | 217 | 297 |
Connectivity of Sokhea
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sokhea. As per the 2011 stats, Sokhea had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sokhea
Knowing the nearby villages of Sokhea helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sokhea.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sokhea
- Where is Sokhea located?
- Sokhea village is situated in Barachatti Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sokhea?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sokhea is Dewaniya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sokhea as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sokhea is 1,116, with 587 males and 529 females.
- How many households are there in Sokhea as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sokhea village has a total of 160 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sokhea as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sokhea is 53.94%. The male literacy rate is 63.03%, while the female literacy rate is 43.86%.