Sarkanda

Sarkanda is a village located in Basna tehsil of Mahasamund district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Basna (tehsildar office) and 107km away from district headquarter Mahasamund. As per 2009 stats, Sarkanda village is also a gram panchayat.

Sarkanda has its own place in the vibrant Mahasamund 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 Sarkanda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarkanda is 445712. The village spans a total geographical area of 349.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493555. Basna is nearest town to Sarkanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

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Population of Sarkanda

Below is a concise population overview of Sarkanda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 725 353 372
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 90 33 57
Scheduled Castes (SC) 125 63 62
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 296 143 153
Literate Population 425 256 169
Illiterate Population 300 97 203

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sarkanda village:

  • The total population of Sarkanda village is around 725, including approximately 353 males and 372 females, with a sex ratio of 1053 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 90 children aged 0–6 years in Sarkanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sarkanda village has 125 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 296 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sarkanda village is about 58.62%, with male literacy at 72.52% and female literacy at 45.43%.
  • There are around 176 households in Sarkanda village.

Connectivity of Sarkanda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarkanda. As per the 2011 stats, Sarkanda 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sarkanda

Knowing the nearby villages of Sarkanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarkanda.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sarkanda

Where is Sarkanda located?
Sarkanda village is situated in Basna Tehsil, within the Mahasamund district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarkanda?
Sarkanda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sarkanda?
The pincode of Sarkanda is 493555, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sarkanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarkanda is 725, with 353 males and 372 females.
How many households are there in Sarkanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sarkanda village has a total of 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarkanda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarkanda is 58.62%. The male literacy rate is 72.52%, while the female literacy rate is 45.43%.