Sokho

Sokho is a village located in Khaira subdivision of Jamui district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Khaira (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Jamui. As per 2009 stats, Arunwa Bank is the gram panchayat of Sokho village.

Sokho has its own place in the vibrant Jamui 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 Sokho

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sokho is 259170. The village spans a total geographical area of 1301 hectares. Jamui is nearest town to Sokho village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Sokho

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,197 2,182 2,015
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 845 418 427
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,192 613 579
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 38 19 19
Literate Population 1,791 1,118 673
Illiterate Population 2,406 1,064 1,342

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

  • The total population of Sokho village is around 4,197, including approximately 2,182 males and 2,015 females, with a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 845 children aged 0–6 years in Sokho village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sokho village has 1,192 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 38 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sokho village is about 42.67%, with male literacy at 51.24% and female literacy at 33.40%.
  • There are around 762 households in Sokho village.

Connectivity of Sokho

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

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

Nearby Villages of Sokho

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

Harni Khalari Harkhar Karitanr Gorhi Arnawan Bank Mainijor Gadi Bishunpur Rajaun Tola Prembathan Tola Teliachhourat

Frequently Asked Questions about Sokho

Where is Sokho located?
Sokho village is situated in Khaira Subdivision, within the Jamui district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sokho?
The Gram Panchayat of Sokho is Arunwa Bank (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sokho as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sokho is 4,197, with 2,182 males and 2,015 females.
How many households are there in Sokho as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sokho village has a total of 762 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sokho as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sokho is 42.67%. The male literacy rate is 51.24%, while the female literacy rate is 33.40%.