Sakalana
About Sakalana
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sakalana village is 508048. Sakalana village is located in Vadgam taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Vadgam (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Sakalana village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 535.44 hectares. Sakalana has a total population of 2,392 peoples, out of which male population is 1,223 while female population is 1,169. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 955 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sakalana village is 66.93% out of which 77.68% males and 55.69% females are literate. There are about 531 houses in sakalana village. Pincode of sakalana village locality is 385421.
When it comes to administration, Sakalana village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sakalana village comes under Vadgam Vidhan Sabha constituency & Patan Lok Sabha constituency. Palanpur is nearest town to sakalana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Sakalana
The population details of Sakalana cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,392 | 1,223 | 1,169 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 291 | 161 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 472 | 246 | 226 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,601 | 950 | 651 |
| Illiterate Population | 791 | 273 | 518 |
Connectivity of Sakalana
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sakalana
Where is Sakalana located?
Sakalana village is situated in Vadgam Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakalana?
Sakalana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sakalana?
The pincode of Sakalana is 385421, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sakalana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakalana is 2,392, with 1,223 males and 1,169 females.
How many households are there in Sakalana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sakalana village has a total of 531 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakalana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakalana is 66.93%. The male literacy rate is 77.68%, while the female literacy rate is 55.69%.