Sakartunga
Sakartunga is a village located in Baramkela tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Baramkela (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Sakartunga village is also a gram panchayat.
Sakartunga has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh 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 Sakartunga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakartunga is 435735. The village spans a total geographical area of 268.962 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496551. Baramkela is nearest town to Sakartunga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sakartunga 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 Sarangarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Sakartunga
Below is a concise population overview of Sakartunga 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 | 848 | 416 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 60 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 101 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 224 | 104 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 503 | 278 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 345 | 138 | 207 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sakartunga village:
- The total population of Sakartunga village is around 848, including approximately 416 males and 432 females, with a sex ratio of 1038 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 108 children aged 0–6 years in Sakartunga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sakartunga village has 191 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 224 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sakartunga village is about 59.32%, with male literacy at 66.83% and female literacy at 52.08%.
- There are around 234 households in Sakartunga village.
Connectivity of Sakartunga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakartunga. As per the 2011 stats, Sakartunga 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sakartunga
Knowing the nearby villages of Sakartunga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakartunga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sakartunga
- Where is Sakartunga located?
- Sakartunga village is situated in Baramkela Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sakartunga?
- Sakartunga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sakartunga?
- The pincode of Sakartunga is 496551, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sakartunga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakartunga is 848, with 416 males and 432 females.
- How many households are there in Sakartunga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sakartunga village has a total of 234 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sakartunga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakartunga is 59.32%. The male literacy rate is 66.83%, while the female literacy rate is 52.08%.