Sukhsena - Barhara, Purnia
Sukhsena is a village situated in the Barhara subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barhara and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Sukhsena village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sukhsena is 223104. The village covers a total geographical area of 1686 hectares and falls under the 854203 pincode. Banmankhi is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Sukhsena village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Banmankhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purnia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sukhsena
As per Census 2011, Sukhsena village has a total population of 13,235 people, consisting of 6,796 males and 6,439 females. The village has 2,640 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,576 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,664 literate and 6,571 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,505 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,617 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sukhsena are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,235 | 6,796 | 6,439 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,576 | 1,299 | 1,277 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,505 | 773 | 732 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,617 | 792 | 825 |
| Literate Population | 6,664 | 3,854 | 2,810 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,571 | 2,942 | 3,629 |
Nearby Villages of Sukhsena
Sukhsena is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhatotar | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Latraha | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Kamalpur Milik | North-East | 3.27 km |
| Ladugarh | North | 3.32 km |
| Bairbana | South | 3.51 km |
| Harrahi | South-East | 3.54 km |
| Halapur | East | 5.03 km |
| Rupauli Milik | North-West | 5.16 km |
| Bhanga Tola | North-West | 5.36 km |
| Gauripur Milik | West | 5.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sukhsena
Sukhsena is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sukhshena, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banmankhi to Sukhsena is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purnia to Sukhsena is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sukhsena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sukhsena village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sukhsena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sukhsena village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sukhsena
Where is Sukhsena located?
Sukhsena village is located in Barhara Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sukhsena?
Sukhsena is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sukhsena?
The pincode of Sukhsena is 854203.
What is the population of Sukhsena?
Sukhsena has a total population of 13,235, including 6,796 males and 6,439 females.
How many households are there in Sukhsena?
There are 2,640 households in Sukhsena.
What is the literacy rate in Sukhsena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sukhsena is 50.35%. Male literacy is 56.71% and female literacy is 43.64%.