Sakola
Sakola is a village located in Pendra tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Pendra (tehsildar office) and 150km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Sakola village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sakola unique in its vibrant Pendra-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Sakola’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 Sakola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakola is 437611. The village spans a total geographical area of 407.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495119. Pendra is nearest town to Sakola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Sakola
Population of Sakola
According to the 2011 Census, Sakola has a total population of about 1,757, with approximately 871 males and 886 females. The sex ratio is around 1017 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 230 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 19 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 957. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.75%, with male literacy at about 73.59% and female literacy near 64.00%. There are around 445 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sakola's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,757 | 871 | 886 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 134 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 957 | 445 | 512 |
| Literate Population | 1,208 | 641 | 567 |
| Illiterate Population | 549 | 230 | 319 |
Connectivity of Sakola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakola. As per the 2011 stats, Sakola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sakola
Knowing the nearby villages of Sakola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sakola
- Where is Sakola located?
- Sakola village is situated in Pendra Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sakola?
- Sakola serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sakola?
- The pincode of Sakola is 495119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sakola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakola is 1,757, with 871 males and 886 females.
- How many households are there in Sakola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sakola village has a total of 445 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sakola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakola is 68.75%. The male literacy rate is 73.59%, while the female literacy rate is 64.00%.