Sowna

Sowna is a village located in Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Khajni (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Gorakhpur.

Sowna 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 Sowna

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sowna is 186759. The village spans a total geographical area of 52.43 hectares. Khajni is nearest town to Sowna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Sowna

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 895 476 419
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 151 82 69
Scheduled Castes (SC) 313 169 144
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 436 296 140
Illiterate Population 459 180 279

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

  • The total population of Sowna village is around 895, including approximately 476 males and 419 females, with a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 151 children aged 0–6 years in Sowna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sowna village has 313 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sowna village is about 48.72%, with male literacy at 62.18% and female literacy at 33.41%.
  • There are around 122 households in Sowna village.

Connectivity of Sowna

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sowna

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

Chaupali Urph Chakrauli Kasihara Gahipar Chakrajpur Bhitha Kunwar Medachak Sebara Mahmoodpur Dhughara Bastiya Uphrowli

Frequently Asked Questions about Sowna

Where is Sowna located?
Sowna village is situated in Khajni Tehsil, within the Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the population of Sowna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sowna is 895, with 476 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Sowna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sowna village has a total of 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sowna as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sowna is 48.72%. The male literacy rate is 62.18%, while the female literacy rate is 33.41%.