Sarekha
Sarekha is a village located in Gunderdehi tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Gunderdehi (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Sarekha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sarekha unique in its vibrant Gunderdehi-Durg region. You’ll see Sarekha’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 Sarekha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarekha is 442914. The village spans a total geographical area of 434.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491222. Gunderdehi is nearest town to Sarekha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Sarekha
Population of Sarekha
According to the 2011 Census, Sarekha has a total population of about 1,101, with approximately 550 males and 551 females. The sex ratio is around 1001 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 136 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 33 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 327. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.39%, with male literacy at about 81.82% and female literacy near 64.97%. There are around 228 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sarekha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,101 | 550 | 551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 66 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 14 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 327 | 161 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 808 | 450 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 100 | 193 |
Connectivity of Sarekha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarekha. As per the 2011 stats, Sarekha 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sarekha
Knowing the nearby villages of Sarekha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarekha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sarekha
- Where is Sarekha located?
- Sarekha village is situated in Gunderdehi Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sarekha?
- Sarekha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sarekha?
- The pincode of Sarekha is 491222, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sarekha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarekha is 1,101, with 550 males and 551 females.
- How many households are there in Sarekha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sarekha village has a total of 228 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sarekha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarekha is 73.39%. The male literacy rate is 81.82%, while the female literacy rate is 64.97%.