Sakva - Netrang, Bharuch
Sakva is a village situated in the Netrang taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 34 km from Valia and around 64 km from Bharuch. Arethi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sakva village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakva is 522474. The village covers a total geographical area of 332.82 hectares and falls under the 393130 pincode. Anklesvar is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Sakva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sakva
According to the 2011 Census, Sakva village had a total population of 602 people, including 302 males and 300 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.23%, with male literacy at 84.65% and female literacy at 57.98%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 590.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 602 | 302 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 48 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 590 | 295 | 295 |
| Literate Population | 364 | 215 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 87 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Sakva
Sakva is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sakva
Public transport in the Sakva is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anklesvar to Sakva is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Sakva is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sakva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sakva
Where is Sakva located?
Sakva village is located in Netrang Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakva?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakva is Arethi.
What is the pincode of Sakva?
The pincode of Sakva is 393130.
What is the population of Sakva?
Sakva had a total population of 602, including 302 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Sakva?
Sakva had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakva was 71.23%. Male literacy was 84.65% and female literacy was 57.98%.