Sokha
Sokha is a village located in Shaligram Ram Narayanpur subdivision of Chatra district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 32km away from Chatra, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sokha village. As per 2009 stats, Tarwagada is the gram panchayat of Sokha village.
Here you can discover what makes Sokha unique in its vibrant Shaligram Ram Narayanpur-Chatra region. You’ll see Sokha’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 Sokha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sokha is 348146. The village spans a total geographical area of 66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825403. Hantarganj is nearest town to Sokha village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sokha
Population of Sokha
According to the 2011 Census, Sokha has a total population of about 546, with approximately 267 males and 279 females. The sex ratio is around 1044 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 135 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 172 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 36.45%, with male literacy at about 42.32% and female literacy near 30.82%. There are around 97 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sokha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 546 | 267 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 77 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 83 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 199 | 113 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 154 | 193 |
Connectivity of Sokha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sokha. As per the 2011 stats, Sokha 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sokha
Knowing the nearby villages of Sokha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sokha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sokha
- Where is Sokha located?
- Sokha village is situated in Shaligram Ram Narayanpur Subdivision, within the Chatra district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sokha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sokha is Tarwagada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sokha?
- The pincode of Sokha is 825403, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sokha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sokha is 546, with 267 males and 279 females.
- How many households are there in Sokha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sokha village has a total of 97 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sokha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sokha is 36.45%. The male literacy rate is 42.32%, while the female literacy rate is 30.82%.