Sakhwa
Sakhwa is a village located in Bithan subdivision of Samastipur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Bithan (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Samastipur. As per 2009 stats, Sakhwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sakhwa unique in its vibrant Bithan-Samastipur region. You’ll see Sakhwa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sakhwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakhwa is 237349. The village spans a total geographical area of 181.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 848207. Rosera is nearest town to Sakhwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Sakhwa
Population of Sakhwa
According to the 2011 Census, Sakhwa has a total population of about 3,684, with approximately 1,963 males and 1,721 females. The sex ratio is around 876 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 780 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 957 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 39.06%, with male literacy at about 47.89% and female literacy near 28.99%. There are around 687 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sakhwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,684 | 1,963 | 1,721 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 780 | 421 | 359 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 957 | 512 | 445 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,439 | 940 | 499 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,245 | 1,023 | 1,222 |
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 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sakhwa
- Where is Sakhwa located?
- Sakhwa village is situated in Bithan Subdivision, within the Samastipur district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sakhwa?
- Sakhwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sakhwa?
- The pincode of Sakhwa is 848207, 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 3,684, with 1,963 males and 1,721 females.
- How many households are there in Sakhwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sakhwa village has a total of 687 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sakhwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakhwa is 39.06%. The male literacy rate is 47.89%, while the female literacy rate is 28.99%.