Sowa

Sowa is a village located in Wazirganj subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Wazirganj (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Karisowa is the gram panchayat of Sowa village.

Sowa 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 Sowa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sowa is 256835. The village spans a total geographical area of 224 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 805131. Gaya is nearest town to Sowa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Sowa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,275 652 623
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 222 113 109
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,178 607 571
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 159 99 60
Illiterate Population 1,116 553 563

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

  • The total population of Sowa village is around 1,275, including approximately 652 males and 623 females, with a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 222 children aged 0–6 years in Sowa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sowa village has 1,178 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sowa village is about 12.47%, with male literacy at 15.18% and female literacy at 9.63%.
  • There are around 169 households in Sowa village.

Connectivity of Sowa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sowa. As per the 2011 stats, Sowa 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 Sowa

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

Tathi Hansra Nauwa Khap Punawan Usri Kari Bhura Hardaspur Kenar Paharpur Kenar Fatehpur Mahdewa

Frequently Asked Questions about Sowa

Where is Sowa located?
Sowa village is situated in Wazirganj Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sowa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sowa is Karisowa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sowa?
The pincode of Sowa is 805131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sowa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sowa is 1,275, with 652 males and 623 females.
How many households are there in Sowa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sowa village has a total of 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sowa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sowa is 12.47%. The male literacy rate is 15.18%, while the female literacy rate is 9.63%.