Sarkhor
Sarkhor is a village located in Baloda Bazar tehsil of Raipur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Baloda Bazar (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Raipur. As per 2009 stats, Sarkhor village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sarkhor unique in its vibrant Baloda Bazar-Raipur region. You’ll see Sarkhor’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 Sarkhor
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarkhor is 443815. The village spans a total geographical area of 1290.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491558. Baloda Bazar is nearest town to Sarkhor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Sarkhor
Population of Sarkhor
According to the 2011 Census, Sarkhor has a total population of about 4,700, with approximately 2,352 males and 2,348 females. The sex ratio is around 998 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 809 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,955 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 119. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.87%, with male literacy at about 61.44% and female literacy near 40.29%. There are around 850 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sarkhor's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,700 | 2,352 | 2,348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 809 | 411 | 398 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,955 | 1,002 | 953 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 58 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 2,391 | 1,445 | 946 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,309 | 907 | 1,402 |
Connectivity of Sarkhor
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarkhor. As per the 2011 stats, Sarkhor 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sarkhor
Knowing the nearby villages of Sarkhor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarkhor.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sarkhor
- Where is Sarkhor located?
- Sarkhor village is situated in Baloda Bazar Tehsil, within the Raipur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sarkhor?
- Sarkhor serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sarkhor?
- The pincode of Sarkhor is 491558, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sarkhor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarkhor is 4,700, with 2,352 males and 2,348 females.
- How many households are there in Sarkhor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sarkhor village has a total of 850 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sarkhor as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarkhor is 50.87%. The male literacy rate is 61.44%, while the female literacy rate is 40.29%.