Sowanpur
Sowanpur is a village located in Saraikela subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 16km away from Seraikela, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sowanpur village. As per 2009 stats, Mohitpur is the gram panchayat of Sowanpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sowanpur unique in its vibrant Saraikela-Saraikela Kharsawan region. You’ll see Sowanpur’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 Sowanpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sowanpur is 379330. The village spans a total geographical area of 35.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833220. Saraikela is nearest town to Sowanpur village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Sowanpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kharasawan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khunti Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sowanpur
Population of Sowanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sowanpur has a total population of about 426, with approximately 211 males and 215 females. The sex ratio is around 1018 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 70 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 349 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 71. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.57%, with male literacy at about 63.51% and female literacy near 49.77%. There are around 94 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sowanpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 426 | 211 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 349 | 170 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 134 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 77 | 108 |
Connectivity of Sowanpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sowanpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sowanpur 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sowanpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sowanpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sowanpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sowanpur
- Where is Sowanpur located?
- Sowanpur village is situated in Saraikela Subdivision, within the Saraikela Kharsawan district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sowanpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sowanpur is Mohitpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sowanpur?
- The pincode of Sowanpur is 833220, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sowanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sowanpur is 426, with 211 males and 215 females.
- How many households are there in Sowanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sowanpur village has a total of 94 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sowanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sowanpur is 56.57%. The male literacy rate is 63.51%, while the female literacy rate is 49.77%.