Sotawan

Sotawan is a village located in Nokha subdivision of Rohtas district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Nokha (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Sasaram. As per 2009 stats, Sotwa is the gram panchayat of Sotawan village.

Sotawan 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 Sotawan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sotawan is 251592. The village spans a total geographical area of 208 hectares. Nokha is nearest town to Sotawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

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Population of Sotawan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,354 1,227 1,127
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 501 241 260
Scheduled Castes (SC) 680 351 329
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 2 N/A
Literate Population 1,328 822 506
Illiterate Population 1,026 405 621

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

  • The total population of Sotawan village is around 2,354, including approximately 1,227 males and 1,127 females, with a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 501 children aged 0–6 years in Sotawan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sotawan village has 680 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sotawan village is about 56.41%, with male literacy at 66.99% and female literacy at 44.90%.
  • There are around 366 households in Sotawan village.

Connectivity of Sotawan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sotawan. As per the 2011 stats, Sotawan 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sotawan

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sotawan

Where is Sotawan located?
Sotawan village is situated in Nokha Subdivision, within the Rohtas district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sotawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sotawan is Sotwa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sotawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sotawan is 2,354, with 1,227 males and 1,127 females.
How many households are there in Sotawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sotawan village has a total of 366 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sotawan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sotawan is 56.41%. The male literacy rate is 66.99%, while the female literacy rate is 44.90%.