Sowa
Sowa is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Sowa unique in its vibrant Manihari-Katihar region. You’ll see Sowa’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 Sowa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sowa is 225709. The village spans a total geographical area of 467.4 hectares. Manihari is nearest town to Sowa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Sowa
Population of Sowa
According to the 2011 Census, Sowa has a total population of about 1,965, with approximately 1,029 males and 936 females. The sex ratio is around 909 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 433 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 155 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,305. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.56%, with male literacy at about 54.42% and female literacy near 37.93%. There are around 361 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sowa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,965 | 1,029 | 936 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 433 | 223 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 82 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,305 | 676 | 629 |
| Literate Population | 915 | 560 | 355 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,050 | 469 | 581 |
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 5 - 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.
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%.