Sokrauli - Kochas, Rohtas
Sokrauli is a village situated in the Kochas subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kochas and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Kathrai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sokrauli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sokrauli is 250694. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.01 hectares and falls under the 821112 pincode. Sasaram is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Sokrauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sokrauli
As per Census 2011, Sokrauli village has a total population of 391 people, consisting of 205 males and 186 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 272 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 319 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sokrauli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 391 | 205 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 36 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 319 | 166 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 154 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 51 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Sokrauli
Sokrauli is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sokrauli
Public transport in the Sokrauli is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sasaram to Sokrauli is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sokrauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sokrauli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sokrauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sokrauli 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sokrauli
Where is Sokrauli located?
Sokrauli village is located in Kochas Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sokrauli?
The Gram Panchayat of Sokrauli is Kathrai.
What is the pincode of Sokrauli?
The pincode of Sokrauli is 821112.
What is the population of Sokrauli?
Sokrauli has a total population of 391, including 205 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Sokrauli?
There are 49 households in Sokrauli.
What is the literacy rate in Sokrauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sokrauli is 69.57%. Male literacy is 75.12% and female literacy is 63.44%.