Sarkhon
About Sarkhon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sarkhon village is 436565. Sarkhon village is located in Janjgir tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 8km away from Janjgir, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sarkhon village. As per 2009 stats, Sarkho is the gram panchayat of Sarkhon village.
The total geographical area of village is 1299.53 hectares. Sarkhon has a total population of 5,270 peoples, out of which male population is 2,623 while female population is 2,647. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1009 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sarkhon village is 69.09% out of which 79.57% males and 58.71% females are literate. There are about 1,105 houses in sarkhon village. Pincode of sarkhon village locality is 494335.
When it comes to administration, Sarkhon village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sarkhon village comes under Jajgir-champa Vidhan Sabha constituency & Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency. Naila-janjgir is nearest town to sarkhon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Sarkhon
The population details of Sarkhon cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,270 | 2,623 | 2,647 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 682 | 334 | 348 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,203 | 598 | 605 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 265 | 133 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 3,641 | 2,087 | 1,554 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,629 | 536 | 1,093 |
Connectivity of Sarkhon
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sarkhon
Where is Sarkhon located?
Sarkhon village is situated in Janjgir Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarkhon?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarkhon is Sarkho (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sarkhon?
The pincode of Sarkhon is 494335, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sarkhon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarkhon is 5,270, with 2,623 males and 2,647 females.
How many households are there in Sarkhon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sarkhon village has a total of 1,105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarkhon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarkhon is 69.09%. The male literacy rate is 79.57%, while the female literacy rate is 58.71%.