Sarkanda - Gobindpur, Nawada
Sarkanda is a village situated in the Gobindpur subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gobindpur and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Sarkanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarkanda is 257898. The village covers a total geographical area of 1189 hectares and falls under the 805102 pincode. Nawada is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Sarkanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sarkanda
As per Census 2011, Sarkanda village has a total population of 3,275 people, consisting of 1,599 males and 1,676 females. The village has 514 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 612 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,319 literate and 1,956 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,238 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarkanda are given below:
| Category | 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 |
| Literate Population | 1,319 | 829 | 490 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,956 | 770 | 1,186 |
Nearby Villages of Sarkanda
Sarkanda 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 Sarkanda
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sarkanda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nawada to Sarkanda is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarkanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarkanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sarkanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarkanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarkanda
Where is Sarkanda located?
Sarkanda village is located in Gobindpur Subdivision, Nawada district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarkanda?
Sarkanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarkanda?
The pincode of Sarkanda is 805102.
What is the population of Sarkanda?
Sarkanda has a total population of 3,275, including 1,599 males and 1,676 females.
How many households are there in Sarkanda?
There are 514 households in Sarkanda.
What is the literacy rate in Sarkanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarkanda is 40.27%. Male literacy is 51.84% and female literacy is 29.24%.