Sokra
Sokra is a village located in Chainpur subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Chainpur (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Medininagar (daltonganj). As per 2009 stats, Basariya Kala is the gram panchayat of Sokra village.
Sokra has its own place in the vibrant Palamu 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 Sokra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sokra is 366831. The village spans a total geographical area of 514 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822110. Chainpur is nearest town to Sokra village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Sokra
Below is a concise population overview of Sokra 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 | 1,021 | 501 | 520 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 91 | 82 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 59 | 51 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 773 | 374 | 399 |
Literate Population | 529 | 308 | 221 |
Illiterate Population | 492 | 193 | 299 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sokra village:
- The total population of Sokra village is around 1,021, including approximately 501 males and 520 females, with a sex ratio of 1037 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 173 children aged 0–6 years in Sokra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sokra village has 110 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 773 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sokra village is about 51.81%, with male literacy at 61.48% and female literacy at 42.50%.
- There are around 178 households in Sokra village.
Connectivity of Sokra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sokra. As per the 2011 stats, Sokra 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 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sokra
Knowing the nearby villages of Sokra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sokra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sokra
- Where is Sokra located?
- Sokra village is situated in Chainpur Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sokra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sokra is Basariya Kala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sokra?
- The pincode of Sokra is 822110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sokra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sokra is 1,021, with 501 males and 520 females.
- How many households are there in Sokra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sokra village has a total of 178 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sokra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sokra is 51.81%. The male literacy rate is 61.48%, while the female literacy rate is 42.50%.