Saktigarh (Rv) - Rangat, North And Middle Andaman
Saktigarh (Rv) is a village situated in the Rangat taluka of North And Middle Andaman district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands. It is located approximately 10 km from Rangat and around 80 km from Mayabunder. Kausalyanagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saktigarh (Rv) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saktigarh (Rv) is 645366. The village covers a total geographical area of 343.59 hectares and falls under the 744205 pincode. Port Blair is the nearest town, located about 157 km away.
Saktigarh (Rv) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saktigarh (Rv)
According to the 2011 Census, Saktigarh (Rv) village had a total population of 707 people, including 364 males and 343 females, living in 151 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.96%, with male literacy at 90.43% and female literacy at 81.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 707 | 364 | 343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 40 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 545 | 293 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 71 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Saktigarh (Rv)
Saktigarh (Rv) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Saktigarh (Rv)
Saktigarh (Rv) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Port Blair to Saktigarh (Rv) is about 157 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mayabunder to Saktigarh (Rv) is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saktigarh (Rv)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saktigarh (Rv) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saktigarh (Rv)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saktigarh (Rv) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saktigarh (Rv)
Where is Saktigarh (Rv) located?
Saktigarh (Rv) village is located in Rangat Taluka, North And Middle Andaman district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saktigarh (Rv)?
The Gram Panchayat of Saktigarh (Rv) is Kausalyanagar.
What is the pincode of Saktigarh (Rv)?
The pincode of Saktigarh (Rv) is 744205.
What is the population of Saktigarh (Rv)?
Saktigarh (Rv) had a total population of 707, including 364 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Saktigarh (Rv)?
Saktigarh (Rv) had 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saktigarh (Rv)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saktigarh (Rv) was 85.96%. Male literacy was 90.43% and female literacy was 81.29%.