Sakhuwan

Sakhuwan is a village located in Kargahar subdivision of Rohtas district in Bihar, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Kargahar (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Sasaram. As per 2009 stats, Rampur is the gram panchayat of Sakhuwan village.

Sakhuwan has its own place in the vibrant Rohtas 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 Sakhuwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakhuwan is 251878. The village spans a total geographical area of 120 hectares. Sasaram is nearest town to Sakhuwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.

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Population of Sakhuwan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 789 409 380
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 108 57 51
Scheduled Castes (SC) 137 71 66
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 601 326 275
Illiterate Population 188 83 105

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

  • The total population of Sakhuwan village is around 789, including approximately 409 males and 380 females, with a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 108 children aged 0–6 years in Sakhuwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sakhuwan village has 137 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sakhuwan village is about 76.17%, with male literacy at 79.71% and female literacy at 72.37%.
  • There are around 102 households in Sakhuwan village.

Connectivity of Sakhuwan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakhuwan. As per the 2011 stats, Sakhuwan 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sakhuwan

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

Sirampur Balapur Aruhi Rampur Panjar Mehmandih Babhani Karup Pahari Kusmi Gonaila

Frequently Asked Questions about Sakhuwan

Where is Sakhuwan located?
Sakhuwan village is situated in Kargahar Subdivision, within the Rohtas district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakhuwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakhuwan is Rampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sakhuwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakhuwan is 789, with 409 males and 380 females.
How many households are there in Sakhuwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sakhuwan village has a total of 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakhuwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakhuwan is 76.17%. The male literacy rate is 79.71%, while the female literacy rate is 72.37%.