Sakhwa

Sakhwa is a village located in Areraj subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Areraj (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Nagdaha is the gram panchayat of Sakhwa village.

Sakhwa has its own place in the vibrant Purba Champaran region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sakhwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakhwa is 218150. The village spans a total geographical area of 803.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 845425. Areraj is nearest town to Sakhwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Sakhwa

Below is a concise population overview of Sakhwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,095 568 527
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 181 86 95
Scheduled Castes (SC) 175 88 87
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 436 273 163
Illiterate Population 659 295 364

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sakhwa village:

  • The total population of Sakhwa village is around 1,095, including approximately 568 males and 527 females, with a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 181 children aged 0–6 years in Sakhwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sakhwa village has 175 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sakhwa village is about 39.82%, with male literacy at 48.06% and female literacy at 30.93%.
  • There are around 202 households in Sakhwa village.

Connectivity of Sakhwa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakhwa. As per the 2011 stats, Sakhwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sakhwa

Knowing the nearby villages of Sakhwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakhwa.

Nagdaha Misrauliya Bathna Loknathpur Tola Ban Pande Sarean Chainpur Pipra Tikuliya Parsa Babhnauli

Frequently Asked Questions about Sakhwa

Where is Sakhwa located?
Sakhwa village is situated in Areraj Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakhwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakhwa is Nagdaha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sakhwa?
The pincode of Sakhwa is 845425, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sakhwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakhwa is 1,095, with 568 males and 527 females.
How many households are there in Sakhwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sakhwa village has a total of 202 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakhwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakhwa is 39.82%. The male literacy rate is 48.06%, while the female literacy rate is 30.93%.