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.

Sokhea has its own place in the vibrant Gaya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Sokhea

Below is a concise population overview of Sokhea as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sokhea village:

  • The total population of Sokhea village is around 1,116, including approximately 587 males and 529 females, with a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 186 children aged 0–6 years in Sokhea village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Sokhea village is about 53.94%, with male literacy at 63.03% and female literacy at 43.86%.
  • There are around 160 households in Sokhea village.

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.

Chordaha Chando Kathautia Goshain Pesra Dewanian Tilaiya Khurd Tilaiya Kalan Deuri Dumri Balthar Bighi Sewai

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%.