Sowa
About Sowa
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sowa village is 225709. Sowa village is located in Manihari subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Manihari (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Narayanpur is the gram panchayat of Sowa village.
The total geographical area of village is 467.4 hectares. Sowa has a total population of 1,965 peoples, out of which male population is 1,029 while female population is 936. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 909 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sowa village is 46.56% out of which 54.42% males and 37.93% females are literate. There are about 361 houses in sowa village.
Manihari is nearest town to sowa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Sowa
The population details of Sowa cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,965 | 1,029 | 936 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 433 | 223 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 155 | 82 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,305 | 676 | 629 |
| Literate Population | 915 | 560 | 355 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,050 | 469 | 581 |
Connectivity of Sowa
| 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 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sowa
Where is Sowa located?
Sowa village is situated in Manihari Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sowa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sowa is Narayanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sowa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sowa is 1,965, with 1,029 males and 936 females.
How many households are there in Sowa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sowa village has a total of 361 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sowa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sowa is 46.56%. The male literacy rate is 54.42%, while the female literacy rate is 37.93%.