Sotwa
Sotwa is a village located in Nuaon subdivision of Kaimur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Nuaon (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Bhabua. As per 2009 stats, Chandesh is the gram panchayat of Sotwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Sotwa unique in its vibrant Nuaon-Kaimur region. You’ll see Sotwa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sotwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sotwa is 249092. The village spans a total geographical area of 172 hectares. Bhabua is nearest town to Sotwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
Google Map of Sotwa
Population of Sotwa
According to the 2011 Census, Sotwa has a total population of about 909, with approximately 469 males and 440 females. The sex ratio is around 938 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 194 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 309 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.12%, with male literacy at about 65.03% and female literacy near 44.55%. There are around 118 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sotwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 909 | 469 | 440 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 95 | 99 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 309 | 163 | 146 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 501 | 305 | 196 |
Illiterate Population | 408 | 164 | 244 |
Connectivity of Sotwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sotwa. As per the 2011 stats, Sotwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Sotwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Sotwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sotwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sotwa
- Where is Sotwa located?
- Sotwa village is situated in Nuaon Subdivision, within the Kaimur district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sotwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sotwa is Chandesh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sotwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sotwa is 909, with 469 males and 440 females.
- How many households are there in Sotwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sotwa village has a total of 118 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sotwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sotwa is 55.12%. The male literacy rate is 65.03%, while the female literacy rate is 44.55%.