Sokhda
Sokhda is a village located in Chail tehsil of Kaushambi district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Chail (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Manjhanpur. As per 2009 stats, Sokhda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sokhda unique in its vibrant Chail-Kaushambi region. You’ll see Sokhda’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 Sokhda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sokhda is 160533. The village spans a total geographical area of 152.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 212213. Allahabad is nearest town to Sokhda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Sokhda
Population of Sokhda
According to the 2011 Census, Sokhda has a total population of about 1,101, with approximately 562 males and 539 females. The sex ratio is around 959 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 169 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 322 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.04%, with male literacy at about 54.63% and female literacy near 51.39%. There are around 188 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sokhda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,101 | 562 | 539 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 89 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 322 | 177 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 584 | 307 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 517 | 255 | 262 |
Connectivity of Sokhda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sokhda. As per the 2011 stats, Sokhda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sokhda
Knowing the nearby villages of Sokhda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sokhda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sokhda
- Where is Sokhda located?
- Sokhda village is situated in Chail Tehsil, within the Kaushambi district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sokhda?
- Sokhda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sokhda?
- The pincode of Sokhda is 212213, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sokhda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sokhda is 1,101, with 562 males and 539 females.
- How many households are there in Sokhda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sokhda village has a total of 188 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sokhda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sokhda is 53.04%. The male literacy rate is 54.63%, while the female literacy rate is 51.39%.