Sakarra
Sakarra is a village located in Malkharoda tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Malkharoda (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Sakarra village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sakarra unique in its vibrant Malkharoda-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Sakarra’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 Sakarra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakarra is 437254. The village spans a total geographical area of 575.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493222. Sakti is nearest town to Sakarra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sakarra 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 Chandrapura 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 Sakarra
Population of Sakarra
According to the 2011 Census, Sakarra has a total population of about 3,089, with approximately 1,575 males and 1,514 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 372 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 570 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 397. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.58%, with male literacy at about 70.73% and female literacy near 54.10%. There are around 635 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sakarra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,089 | 1,575 | 1,514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 207 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 570 | 281 | 289 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 397 | 209 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 1,933 | 1,114 | 819 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,156 | 461 | 695 |
Connectivity of Sakarra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakarra. As per the 2011 stats, Sakarra 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 Sakarra
Knowing the nearby villages of Sakarra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakarra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sakarra
- Where is Sakarra located?
- Sakarra village is situated in Malkharoda Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sakarra?
- Sakarra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sakarra?
- The pincode of Sakarra is 493222, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sakarra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakarra is 3,089, with 1,575 males and 1,514 females.
- How many households are there in Sakarra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sakarra village has a total of 635 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sakarra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakarra is 62.58%. The male literacy rate is 70.73%, while the female literacy rate is 54.10%.