Sukhasan - Kumarkhand, Madhepura
Sukhasan is a village situated in the Kumarkhand subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumarkhand and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Rani Pati Sukhasan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sukhasan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sukhasan is 225938. The village covers a total geographical area of 424.66 hectares and falls under the 852112 pincode. Madhepura is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sukhasan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sukhasan
As per Census 2011, Sukhasan village has a total population of 8,763 people, consisting of 4,654 males and 4,109 females. The village has 1,885 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,626 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,705 literate and 5,058 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,470 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sukhasan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,763 | 4,654 | 4,109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,626 | 879 | 747 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,470 | 763 | 707 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,705 | 2,359 | 1,346 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,058 | 2,295 | 2,763 |
Nearby Villages of Sukhasan
Sukhasan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sukhasan
Sukhasan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madhepura to Sukhasan is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sukhasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sukhasan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sukhasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sukhasan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sukhasan
Where is Sukhasan located?
Sukhasan village is located in Kumarkhand Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sukhasan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sukhasan is Rani Pati Sukhasan.
What is the pincode of Sukhasan?
The pincode of Sukhasan is 852112.
What is the population of Sukhasan?
Sukhasan has a total population of 8,763, including 4,654 males and 4,109 females.
How many households are there in Sukhasan?
There are 1,885 households in Sukhasan.
What is the literacy rate in Sukhasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sukhasan is 42.28%. Male literacy is 50.69% and female literacy is 32.76%.