Sakhua
Sakhua is a village located in Laukahi subdivision of Madhubani district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Laukahi (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Madhubani. As per 2009 stats, Belahi Bhawanipur is the gram panchayat of Sakhua village.
Here you can discover what makes Sakhua unique in its vibrant Laukahi-Madhubani region. You’ll see Sakhua’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 Sakhua
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakhua is 220076. The village spans a total geographical area of 536.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 847108. Nirmali is nearest town to Sakhua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Sakhua
Population of Sakhua
According to the 2011 Census, Sakhua has a total population of about 2,553, with approximately 1,323 males and 1,230 females. The sex ratio is around 929 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 519 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 280 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.16%, with male literacy at about 61.45% and female literacy near 35.93%. There are around 482 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sakhua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,553 | 1,323 | 1,230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 519 | 269 | 250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 280 | 136 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,255 | 813 | 442 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,298 | 510 | 788 |
Connectivity of Sakhua
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakhua. As per the 2011 stats, Sakhua 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sakhua
Knowing the nearby villages of Sakhua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakhua.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sakhua
- Where is Sakhua located?
- Sakhua village is situated in Laukahi Subdivision, within the Madhubani district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sakhua?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sakhua is Belahi Bhawanipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sakhua?
- The pincode of Sakhua is 847108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sakhua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakhua is 2,553, with 1,323 males and 1,230 females.
- How many households are there in Sakhua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sakhua village has a total of 482 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sakhua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakhua is 49.16%. The male literacy rate is 61.45%, while the female literacy rate is 35.93%.