Sukhet
Sukhet is a village located in Jhanjharpur subdivision of Madhubani district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Jhanjharpur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Madhubani. As per 2009 stats, Sukhet village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sukhet unique in its vibrant Jhanjharpur-Madhubani region. You’ll see Sukhet’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 Sukhet
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sukhet is 220725. The village spans a total geographical area of 503.4 hectares. Jhanjharpur is nearest town to Sukhet village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Sukhet
Population of Sukhet
According to the 2011 Census, Sukhet has a total population of about 5,792, with approximately 2,967 males and 2,825 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 961 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 947 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.50%, with male literacy at about 56.35% and female literacy near 36.14%. There are around 1,164 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sukhet's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,792 | 2,967 | 2,825 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 961 | 482 | 479 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 947 | 484 | 463 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,693 | 1,672 | 1,021 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,099 | 1,295 | 1,804 |
Connectivity of Sukhet
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sukhet. As per the 2011 stats, Sukhet had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sukhet
Knowing the nearby villages of Sukhet helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sukhet.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sukhet
- Where is Sukhet located?
- Sukhet village is situated in Jhanjharpur Subdivision, within the Madhubani district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sukhet?
- Sukhet serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sukhet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sukhet is 5,792, with 2,967 males and 2,825 females.
- How many households are there in Sukhet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sukhet village has a total of 1,164 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sukhet as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sukhet is 46.50%. The male literacy rate is 56.35%, while the female literacy rate is 36.14%.