Sakhua - Murliganj, Madhepura
Sakhua is a village situated in the Murliganj subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murliganj and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Dinapatti Sakhua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sakhua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakhua is 225980. The village covers a total geographical area of 209 hectares and falls under the 852122 pincode. Murliganj is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Sakhua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bihariganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhepura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakhua
As per Census 2011, Sakhua village has a total population of 1,851 people, consisting of 977 males and 874 females. The village has 429 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 354 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,022 literate and 829 illiterate residents. Additionally, 747 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakhua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,851 | 977 | 874 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 354 | 192 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 747 | 382 | 365 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,022 | 600 | 422 |
| Illiterate Population | 829 | 377 | 452 |
Nearby Villages of Sakhua
Sakhua 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 Sakhua
Public transport in the Sakhua is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sakhua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murliganj to Sakhua is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Sakhua is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakhua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakhua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sakhua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakhua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sakhua
Where is Sakhua located?
Sakhua village is located in Murliganj Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakhua?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakhua is Dinapatti Sakhua.
What is the pincode of Sakhua?
The pincode of Sakhua is 852122.
What is the population of Sakhua?
Sakhua has a total population of 1,851, including 977 males and 874 females.
How many households are there in Sakhua?
There are 429 households in Sakhua.
What is the literacy rate in Sakhua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakhua is 55.21%. Male literacy is 61.41% and female literacy is 48.28%.