Sakrain - Dharmpur, Mandi
Sakrain is a village situated in the Dharmpur tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Taneher serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sakrain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakrain is 013680. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 175040 pincode. Sarkaghat is the nearest town.
Sakrain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakrain
According to the 2011 Census, Sakrain village had a total population of 296 people, including 145 males and 151 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,041 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.30%, with male literacy at 90.63% and female literacy at 70.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 296 | 145 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 116 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 29 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Sakrain
Sakrain 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 Sakrain
Sakrain is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Sakrain is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakrain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakrain village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sakrain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakrain village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sakrain
Where is Sakrain located?
Sakrain village is located in Dharmpur Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakrain?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakrain is Taneher.
What is the pincode of Sakrain?
The pincode of Sakrain is 175040.
What is the population of Sakrain?
Sakrain had a total population of 296, including 145 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Sakrain?
Sakrain had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakrain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakrain was 80.30%. Male literacy was 90.63% and female literacy was 70.59%.