Sakma

Sakma is a village located in Amour subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Amour (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Bishunpur is the gram panchayat of Sakma village.

Sakma has its own place in the vibrant Purnia 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 Sakma

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakma is 223756. The village spans a total geographical area of 102 hectares. Purnia is nearest town to Sakma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 54km away.

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Population of Sakma

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 555 275 280
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 113 59 54
Scheduled Castes (SC) 41 21 20
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 300 179 121
Illiterate Population 255 96 159

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

  • The total population of Sakma village is around 555, including approximately 275 males and 280 females, with a sex ratio of 1018 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 113 children aged 0–6 years in Sakma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sakma village has 41 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sakma village is about 54.05%, with male literacy at 65.09% and female literacy at 43.21%.
  • There are around 142 households in Sakma village.

Connectivity of Sakma

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakma. As per the 2011 stats, Sakma 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sakma

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

Madhua Kola Piprapur Wari Dhurpaili Sahangaon Islampur Asranda Maitra Bangaon Kashipur Barbatta Lachhmipur

Frequently Asked Questions about Sakma

Where is Sakma located?
Sakma village is situated in Amour Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakma?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakma is Bishunpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sakma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakma is 555, with 275 males and 280 females.
How many households are there in Sakma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sakma village has a total of 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakma is 54.05%. The male literacy rate is 65.09%, while the female literacy rate is 43.21%.