Sakhwara - Bodh Gaya, Gaya
Sakhwara is a village situated in the Bodh Gaya subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. Shekhwara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sakhwara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakhwara is 256568. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 824231 pincode.
Sakhwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barachatti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gaya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Sakhwara
Sakhwara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sekhwara | South-West | 1.10 km |
| Jindapur | North-West | 1.14 km |
| Pathalgarh | West | 1.39 km |
| Turi Khurd | North-West | 1.78 km |
| Pathra | West | 1.85 km |
| Mocharim | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Babhni | East | 2.27 km |
| Turi Buzurg | North | 2.35 km |
| Sobha Khap | South | 2.35 km |
| Gangahar | South-East | 2.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sakhwara
Sakhwara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bandhua, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 125.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Sakhwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakhwara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sakhwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakhwara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sakhwara
Where is Sakhwara located?
Sakhwara village is located in Bodh Gaya Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakhwara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakhwara is Shekhwara.
What is the pincode of Sakhwara?
The pincode of Sakhwara is 824231.