Sarkanda
Sarkanda is a village located in Gobindpur subdivision of Nawada district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Gobindpur (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Nawada. As per 2009 stats, Sarkanda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sarkanda unique in its vibrant Gobindpur-Nawada region. You’ll see Sarkanda’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 Sarkanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarkanda is 257898. The village spans a total geographical area of 1189 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 805102. Nawada is nearest town to Sarkanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Sarkanda
Population of Sarkanda
According to the 2011 Census, Sarkanda has a total population of about 3,275, with approximately 1,599 males and 1,676 females. The sex ratio is around 1048 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 612 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,238 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 40.27%, with male literacy at about 51.84% and female literacy near 29.24%. There are around 514 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sarkanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,275 | 1,599 | 1,676 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 612 | 300 | 312 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,238 | 596 | 642 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,319 | 829 | 490 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,956 | 770 | 1,186 |
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 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sarkanda
- Where is Sarkanda located?
- Sarkanda village is situated in Gobindpur Subdivision, within the Nawada district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sarkanda?
- Sarkanda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sarkanda?
- The pincode of Sarkanda is 805102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sarkanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarkanda is 3,275, with 1,599 males and 1,676 females.
- How many households are there in Sarkanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sarkanda village has a total of 514 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sarkanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarkanda is 40.27%. The male literacy rate is 51.84%, while the female literacy rate is 29.24%.