Sowa - Nokha, Bikaner
Sowa is a village situated in the Nokha tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokha and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Sowa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sowa is 069583. The village covers a total geographical area of 3829 hectares and falls under the 334801 pincode. Nokha is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Sowa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nokha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bikaner Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sowa
As per Census 2011, Sowa village has a total population of 3,764 people, consisting of 2,021 males and 1,743 females. The village has 584 households and a sex ratio of 862 females per 1,000 males. There are 750 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,432 literate and 2,332 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,343 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sowa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sowa
Sowa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kirtasar | South-East | 4.42 km |
| Kesar Desar Jatan | North | 4.97 km |
| Morkhana Athuna | East | 5.12 km |
| Gajroopdesar | East | 5.32 km |
| Bhom Kirtasar | South-East | 6.38 km |
| Morkhana Aguna | East | 7.60 km |
| Kesar Desar Gangaguran | North-West | 7.67 km |
| Surpura | South | 8.04 km |
| Rasisar Talariya Baas | West | 8.42 km |
| Rasisar Bada Baas | South-West | 8.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sowa
Sowa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Surpura, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nokha to Sowa is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Sowa is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sowa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sowa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sowa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sowa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sowa
Where is Sowa located?
Sowa village is located in Nokha Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sowa?
Sowa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sowa?
The pincode of Sowa is 334801.
What is the population of Sowa?
Sowa has a total population of 3,764, including 2,021 males and 1,743 females.
How many households are there in Sowa?
There are 584 households in Sowa.
What is the literacy rate in Sowa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sowa is 38.04%. Male literacy is 48.69% and female literacy is 25.70%.