Sakhouli - Lundra, Surguja
Sakhouli is a village situated in the Lundra tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lundra and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Sakhouli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakhouli is 433368. The village covers a total geographical area of 872.34 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Sakhouli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lundra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakhouli
As per Census 2011, Sakhouli village has a total population of 1,574 people, consisting of 790 males and 784 females. The village has 379 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 243 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 699 literate and 875 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,117 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakhouli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,574 | 790 | 784 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 124 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,117 | 568 | 549 |
| Literate Population | 699 | 423 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 875 | 367 | 508 |
Nearby Villages of Sakhouli
Sakhouli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bakela | South | 2.04 km |
| Ara | West | 2.35 km |
| Khurandih | East | 2.35 km |
| Padouli | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Barkol | South-East | 2.98 km |
| Dumki | North | 3.00 km |
| Jamira | East | 3.74 km |
| Semardih | South | 3.80 km |
| Balrampur | West | 3.97 km |
| Banda | North-West | 4.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sakhouli
Sakhouli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 127.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajpur to Sakhouli is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Sakhouli is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakhouli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakhouli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sakhouli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakhouli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sakhouli
Where is Sakhouli located?
Sakhouli village is located in Lundra Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakhouli?
Sakhouli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sakhouli?
The pincode of Sakhouli is 497101.
What is the population of Sakhouli?
Sakhouli has a total population of 1,574, including 790 males and 784 females.
How many households are there in Sakhouli?
There are 379 households in Sakhouli.
What is the literacy rate in Sakhouli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakhouli is 44.41%. Male literacy is 53.54% and female literacy is 35.20%.