Sakho - Poundi-Uproda, Korba
Sakho is a village situated in the Poundi-Uproda tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 63 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poundi-uproda and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Sakho village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakho is 436095. The village covers a total geographical area of 364.12 hectares and falls under the 495448 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Sakho village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakho
As per Census 2011, Sakho village has a total population of 2,435 people, consisting of 1,245 males and 1,190 females. The village has 618 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 432 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 737 literate and 1,698 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,544 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakho are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,435 | 1,245 | 1,190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 432 | 215 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,544 | 800 | 744 |
| Literate Population | 737 | 448 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,698 | 797 | 901 |
Nearby Villages of Sakho
Sakho is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sakho
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sakho.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katghora to Sakho is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Sakho is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakho
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakho village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sakho
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakho village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sakho
Where is Sakho located?
Sakho village is located in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakho?
Sakho is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sakho?
The pincode of Sakho is 495448.
What is the population of Sakho?
Sakho has a total population of 2,435, including 1,245 males and 1,190 females.
How many households are there in Sakho?
There are 618 households in Sakho.
What is the literacy rate in Sakho?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakho is 30.27%. Male literacy is 35.98% and female literacy is 24.29%.