Sarkanda

Sarkanda is a village located in Tan Kuppa subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Tan Kuppa (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Chaubar is the gram panchayat of Sarkanda village.

Sarkanda has its own place in the vibrant Gaya 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 Sarkanda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarkanda is 256671. The village spans a total geographical area of 88 hectares. Gaya is nearest town to Sarkanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.

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Population of Sarkanda

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 759 397 362
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 154 82 72
Scheduled Castes (SC) 392 198 194
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 240 153 87
Illiterate Population 519 244 275

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

  • The total population of Sarkanda village is around 759, including approximately 397 males and 362 females, with a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 154 children aged 0–6 years in Sarkanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sarkanda village has 392 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sarkanda village is about 31.62%, with male literacy at 38.54% and female literacy at 24.03%.
  • There are around 115 households in Sarkanda village.

Connectivity of Sarkanda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarkanda. As per the 2011 stats, Sarkanda 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 Sarkanda

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

Chamu Khap Chanan Sanrh Khalari Bhikhampur Mahiyarpur Dewara Pokharna Choar Manmadho Punaul Muda Chak

Frequently Asked Questions about Sarkanda

Where is Sarkanda located?
Sarkanda village is situated in Tan Kuppa Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarkanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarkanda is Chaubar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sarkanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarkanda is 759, with 397 males and 362 females.
How many households are there in Sarkanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sarkanda village has a total of 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarkanda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarkanda is 31.62%. The male literacy rate is 38.54%, while the female literacy rate is 24.03%.