Sakhawa

Sakhawa is a village located in Paraiya subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Paraiya (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Ajmat Ganj is the gram panchayat of Sakhawa village.

Sakhawa 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 Sakhawa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakhawa is 255460. The village spans a total geographical area of 45 hectares. Gaya is nearest town to Sakhawa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Sakhawa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 292 142 150
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 54 24 30
Scheduled Castes (SC) 291 142 149
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 180 102 78
Illiterate Population 112 40 72

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

  • The total population of Sakhawa village is around 292, including approximately 142 males and 150 females, with a sex ratio of 1056 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 54 children aged 0–6 years in Sakhawa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sakhawa village has 291 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sakhawa village is about 61.64%, with male literacy at 71.83% and female literacy at 52.00%.
  • There are around 48 households in Sakhawa village.

Connectivity of Sakhawa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakhawa. As per the 2011 stats, Sakhawa 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Sakhawa

Knowing the nearby villages of Sakhawa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakhawa.

Azmatganj Salempur Hasanpur Baburi Chak Dakhner Parabhua Bishunpur Bilaro Kurmain Nariari Sarabdipur

Frequently Asked Questions about Sakhawa

Where is Sakhawa located?
Sakhawa village is situated in Paraiya Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakhawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakhawa is Ajmat Ganj (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sakhawa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakhawa is 292, with 142 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Sakhawa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sakhawa village has a total of 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakhawa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakhawa is 61.64%. The male literacy rate is 71.83%, while the female literacy rate is 52.00%.