Sokahna

Sokahna is a village located in Bansgaon tehsil of Gorakhpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Bansgaon (tehsildar office) and 97km away from district headquarter Gorakhpur. As per 2009 stats, Bhitaha is the gram panchayat of Sokahna village.

Sokahna has its own place in the vibrant Gorakhpur 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 Sokahna

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sokahna is 186323. The village spans a total geographical area of 7.85 hectares. Dabarpar is nearest town to Sokahna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 1km away.

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Population of Sokahna

Below is a concise population overview of Sokahna as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 312 148 164
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 48 30 18
Scheduled Castes (SC) 65 30 35
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 198 101 97
Illiterate Population 114 47 67

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sokahna village:

  • The total population of Sokahna village is around 312, including approximately 148 males and 164 females, with a sex ratio of 1108 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 48 children aged 0–6 years in Sokahna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sokahna village has 65 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sokahna village is about 63.46%, with male literacy at 68.24% and female literacy at 59.15%.
  • There are around 52 households in Sokahna village.

Connectivity of Sokahna

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sokahna. As per the 2011 stats, Sokahna 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available

Nearby Villages of Sokahna

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

Baraipar No 48 Barideeha Benuateekar Bhity Kuswasi Khas Bhitha Katya Katrari Mus Katrari Ah Nawapar Karanjhi Mus

Frequently Asked Questions about Sokahna

Where is Sokahna located?
Sokahna village is situated in Bansgaon Tehsil, within the Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sokahna?
The Gram Panchayat of Sokahna is Bhitaha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sokahna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sokahna is 312, with 148 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Sokahna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sokahna village has a total of 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sokahna as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sokahna is 63.46%. The male literacy rate is 68.24%, while the female literacy rate is 59.15%.