Saktola - Lakhipur, Goalpara
Saktola is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Saktola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saktola is 281958. The village covers a total geographical area of 278.18 hectares and falls under the 783129 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Saktola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Abhayapuri North Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barpeta Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saktola
According to the 2011 Census, Saktola village had a total population of 3,306 people, including 1,702 males and 1,604 females, living in 612 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.14%, with male literacy at 56.42% and female literacy at 53.80%.
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 | 3,306 | 1,702 | 1,604 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 662 | 346 | 316 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,458 | 765 | 693 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,848 | 937 | 911 |
Nearby Villages of Saktola
Saktola 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 Saktola
Saktola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhipur to Saktola is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Goalpara to Saktola is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saktola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saktola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saktola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saktola 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saktola
Where is Saktola located?
Saktola village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saktola?
Saktola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saktola?
The pincode of Saktola is 783129.
What is the population of Saktola?
Saktola had a total population of 3,306, including 1,702 males and 1,604 females.
How many households are there in Saktola?
Saktola had 612 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saktola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saktola was 55.14%. Male literacy was 56.42% and female literacy was 53.80%.