Sakandon - Kamrau, Sirmaur
Sakandon is a village situated in the Kamrau tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Korga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sakandon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakandon is 023396. The village covers a total geographical area of 157.06 hectares and falls under the 173029 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Sakandon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shillai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakandon
According to the 2011 Census, Sakandon village had a total population of 374 people, including 197 males and 177 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.39%, with male literacy at 64.67% and female literacy at 57.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 175.
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 | 374 | 197 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 98 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 108 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 89 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Sakandon
Sakandon 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 Sakandon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sakandon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Nahan to Sakandon 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 Sakandon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakandon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sakandon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakandon 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 Sakandon
Where is Sakandon located?
Sakandon village is located in Kamrau Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sakandon?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakandon is Korga.
What is the pincode of Sakandon?
The pincode of Sakandon is 173029.
What is the population of Sakandon?
Sakandon had a total population of 374, including 197 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Sakandon?
Sakandon had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakandon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakandon was 61.39%. Male literacy was 64.67% and female literacy was 57.72%.