Sakalo
Sakalo is a village located in Ambikapur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 8km away from Ambikapur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sakalo village. As per 2009 stats, Sakalo village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sakalo unique in its vibrant Ambikapur-Surguja region. You’ll see Sakalo’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 Sakalo
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakalo is 432950. The village spans a total geographical area of 593.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497001. Ambikapur is nearest town to Sakalo village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Sakalo
Population of Sakalo
According to the 2011 Census, Sakalo has a total population of about 2,056, with approximately 1,018 males and 1,038 females. The sex ratio is around 1019 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 241 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 139 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,059. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.00%, with male literacy at about 63.36% and female literacy near 50.77%. There are around 431 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sakalo's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,056 | 1,018 | 1,038 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 108 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 67 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,059 | 519 | 540 |
| Literate Population | 1,172 | 645 | 527 |
| Illiterate Population | 884 | 373 | 511 |
Connectivity of Sakalo
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakalo. As per the 2011 stats, Sakalo 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 Sakalo
Knowing the nearby villages of Sakalo helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakalo.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sakalo
- Where is Sakalo located?
- Sakalo village is situated in Ambikapur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sakalo?
- Sakalo serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sakalo?
- The pincode of Sakalo is 497001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sakalo as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakalo is 2,056, with 1,018 males and 1,038 females.
- How many households are there in Sakalo as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sakalo village has a total of 431 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sakalo as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakalo is 57.00%. The male literacy rate is 63.36%, while the female literacy rate is 50.77%.