Sowa

Sowa is a village located in Nokha tehsil of Bikaner district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Nokha (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Bikaner. As per 2009 stats, Gajroopdesar is the gram panchayat of Sowa village.

Here you can discover what makes Sowa unique in its vibrant Nokha-Bikaner region. You’ll see Sowa’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 Sowa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sowa is 069583. The village spans a total geographical area of 3829 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 334801. Nokha is nearest town to Sowa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.

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Population of Sowa

According to the 2011 Census, Sowa has a total population of about 3,764, with approximately 2,021 males and 1,743 females. The sex ratio is around 862 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 750 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,343 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 8. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.04%, with male literacy at about 48.69% and female literacy near 25.70%. There are around 584 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sowa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,764 2,021 1,743
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 750 396 354
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,343 715 628
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 8 4 4
Literate Population 1,432 984 448
Illiterate Population 2,332 1,037 1,295

Connectivity of Sowa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sowa. As per the 2011 stats, Sowa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sowa

Knowing the nearby villages of Sowa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sowa.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sowa

Where is Sowa located?
Sowa village is situated in Nokha Tehsil, within the Bikaner district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sowa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sowa is Gajroopdesar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sowa?
The pincode of Sowa is 334801, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sowa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sowa is 3,764, with 2,021 males and 1,743 females.
How many households are there in Sowa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sowa village has a total of 584 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sowa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sowa is 38.04%. The male literacy rate is 48.69%, while the female literacy rate is 25.70%.