Sarkhon
Sarkhon is a village 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.
Sarkhon has its own place in the vibrant Janjgir Champa 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 Sarkhon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarkhon is 436565. The village spans a total geographical area of 1299.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494335. Naila-janjgir is nearest town to Sarkhon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sarkhon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jajgir-champa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sarkhon
Population of Sarkhon
Below is a concise population overview of Sarkhon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,270 | 2,623 | 2,647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 682 | 334 | 348 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,203 | 598 | 605 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 265 | 133 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 3,641 | 2,087 | 1,554 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,629 | 536 | 1,093 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sarkhon village:
- The total population of Sarkhon village is around 5,270, including approximately 2,623 males and 2,647 females, with a sex ratio of 1009 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 682 children aged 0–6 years in Sarkhon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sarkhon village has 1,203 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 265 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sarkhon village is about 69.09%, with male literacy at 79.57% and female literacy at 58.71%.
- There are around 1,105 households in Sarkhon village.
Connectivity of Sarkhon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarkhon. As per the 2011 stats, Sarkhon 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sarkhon
Knowing the nearby villages of Sarkhon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarkhon.
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%.