Sakou
About Sakou
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sakou village is 009418. Sakou village is located in Shahpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 24km away from district headquarter Shahpur. Shahpur is the sub-district headquarter of Sakou village. As per 2009 stats, Rehlu is the gram panchayat of Sakou village.
The total geographical area of village is 120.28 hectares. Sakou has a total population of 1,134 peoples, out of which male population is 564 while female population is 570. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1010 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sakou village is 75.40% out of which 79.79% males and 71.05% females are literate. There are about 247 houses in sakou village. Pincode of sakou village locality is 176222.
When it comes to administration, Sakou 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, Sakou village comes under Shahpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Kangra is nearest town to sakou village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Sakou
The population details of Sakou 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 | 1,134 | 564 | 570 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 145 | 80 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 294 | 138 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 141 | 81 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 855 | 450 | 405 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 114 | 165 |
Connectivity of Sakou
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sakou
Where is Sakou located?
Sakou village is situated in Shahpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakou?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakou is Rehlu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sakou?
The pincode of Sakou is 176222, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sakou as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakou is 1,134, with 564 males and 570 females.
How many households are there in Sakou as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sakou village has a total of 247 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakou as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakou is 75.40%. The male literacy rate is 79.79%, while the female literacy rate is 71.05%.