Sakmuthi Village - Kaliabor, Nagaon
Sakmuthi is a village situated in the Kaliabor subdivision of Nagaon district, Assam. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaliabor and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Nagaon. Hatbar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sakmuthi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakmuthi is 284220. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.23 hectares and falls under the 782136 pincode. Tezpur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Sakmuthi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaliabor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaziranga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakmuthi
As per Census 2011, Sakmuthi village has a total population of 1,371 people, consisting of 665 males and 706 females. The village has 356 households and a sex ratio of 1,061 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,192 literate and 179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakmuthi are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,371 | 665 | 706 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 62 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,192 | 576 | 616 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 89 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Sakmuthi
Sakmuthi 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 Sakmuthi
Sakmuthi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Sakmuthi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tezpur to Sakmuthi is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Sakmuthi is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakmuthi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakmuthi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sakmuthi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakmuthi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sakmuthi
Where is Sakmuthi located?
Sakmuthi village is located in Kaliabor Subdivision, Nagaon district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakmuthi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakmuthi is Hatbar.
What is the pincode of Sakmuthi?
The pincode of Sakmuthi is 782136.
What is the population of Sakmuthi?
Sakmuthi has a total population of 1,371, including 665 males and 706 females.
How many households are there in Sakmuthi?
There are 356 households in Sakmuthi.
What is the literacy rate in Sakmuthi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakmuthi is 86.94%. Male literacy is 86.62% and female literacy is 87.25%.