Sowal

Sowal is a village located in Tikari subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Tikari (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Law is the gram panchayat of Sowal village.

Sowal 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 Sowal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sowal is 254758. The village spans a total geographical area of 198 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 824236. Tikari is nearest town to Sowal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

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Population of Sowal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,812 985 827
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 349 183 166
Scheduled Castes (SC) 547 284 263
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 960 601 359
Illiterate Population 852 384 468

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

  • The total population of Sowal village is around 1,812, including approximately 985 males and 827 females, with a sex ratio of 839 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 349 children aged 0–6 years in Sowal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sowal village has 547 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sowal village is about 52.98%, with male literacy at 61.02% and female literacy at 43.41%.
  • There are around 316 households in Sowal village.

Connectivity of Sowal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sowal. As per the 2011 stats, Sowal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sowal

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

Kesho Bigha Mahua Bigha Pura Ganga Sagar Bedauli Shahopur Naua Bigha Kharagpura Malhya Fenagi Chora Bazidpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Sowal

Where is Sowal located?
Sowal village is situated in Tikari Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sowal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sowal is Law (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sowal?
The pincode of Sowal is 824236, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sowal is 1,812, with 985 males and 827 females.
How many households are there in Sowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sowal village has a total of 316 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sowal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sowal is 52.98%. The male literacy rate is 61.02%, while the female literacy rate is 43.41%.