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.
Here you can discover what makes Sarkhon unique in its vibrant Janjgir-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Sarkhon’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sarkhon has a total population of about 5,270, with approximately 2,623 males and 2,647 females. The sex ratio is around 1009 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 682 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,203 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 265. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.09%, with male literacy at about 79.57% and female literacy near 58.71%. There are around 1,105 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sarkhon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.