Sokoy
Sokoy is a village located in Murhu subdivision of Khunti district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Murmu (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Khunti. As per 2009 stats, Rumutkel is the gram panchayat of Sokoy village.
Sokoy has its own place in the vibrant Khunti 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 Sokoy
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sokoy is 375160. The village spans a total geographical area of 228 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835216. Khunti is nearest town to Sokoy village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Sokoy
Below is a concise population overview of Sokoy as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 370 | 177 | 193 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 29 | 44 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 16 | 25 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 324 | 159 | 165 |
Literate Population | 190 | 109 | 81 |
Illiterate Population | 180 | 68 | 112 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sokoy village:
- The total population of Sokoy village is around 370, including approximately 177 males and 193 females, with a sex ratio of 1090 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 73 children aged 0–6 years in Sokoy village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sokoy village has 41 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 324 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sokoy village is about 51.35%, with male literacy at 61.58% and female literacy at 41.97%.
- There are around 74 households in Sokoy village.
Connectivity of Sokoy
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sokoy. As per the 2011 stats, Sokoy had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sokoy
Knowing the nearby villages of Sokoy helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sokoy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sokoy
- Where is Sokoy located?
- Sokoy village is situated in Murhu Subdivision, within the Khunti district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sokoy?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sokoy is Rumutkel (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sokoy?
- The pincode of Sokoy is 835216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sokoy as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sokoy is 370, with 177 males and 193 females.
- How many households are there in Sokoy as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sokoy village has a total of 74 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sokoy as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sokoy is 51.35%. The male literacy rate is 61.58%, while the female literacy rate is 41.97%.