Sakma

Sakma is a village located in Dagarua subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Dagarua (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Teghra 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 224225. The village spans a total geographical area of 263 hectares. Purnia is nearest town to Sakma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km 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 2,904 1,537 1,367
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 522 278 244
Scheduled Castes (SC) 117 63 54
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,162 730 432
Illiterate Population 1,742 807 935

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

  • The total population of Sakma village is around 2,904, including approximately 1,537 males and 1,367 females, with a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 522 children aged 0–6 years in Sakma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sakma village has 117 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sakma village is about 40.01%, with male literacy at 47.50% and female literacy at 31.60%.
  • There are around 653 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.

Gogar Jabar Saura Basbaili Teghra Duba Habka Mahesh Khunt Gopalpur Shagunian Gandbas

Frequently Asked Questions about Sakma

Where is Sakma located?
Sakma village is situated in Dagarua Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakma?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakma is Teghra (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 2,904, with 1,537 males and 1,367 females.
How many households are there in Sakma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sakma village has a total of 653 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakma is 40.01%. The male literacy rate is 47.50%, while the female literacy rate is 31.60%.