Sarkanda

Sarkanda is a village located in Jarmundi subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 43km away from district headquarter Jarmundi. Jarmundi is the sub-district headquarter of Sarkanda village. As per 2009 stats, Raikinari is the gram panchayat of Sarkanda village.

Sarkanda has its own place in the vibrant Dumka region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sarkanda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarkanda is 370000. The village spans a total geographical area of 33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814141. Jarmundi is nearest town to Sarkanda village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Sarkanda

Below is a concise population overview of Sarkanda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 176 90 86
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 43 23 20
Scheduled Castes (SC) 176 90 86
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 76 44 32
Illiterate Population 100 46 54

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sarkanda village:

  • The total population of Sarkanda village is around 176, including approximately 90 males and 86 females, with a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 43 children aged 0–6 years in Sarkanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sarkanda village has 176 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sarkanda village is about 43.18%, with male literacy at 48.89% and female literacy at 37.21%.
  • There are around 39 households in Sarkanda village.

Connectivity of Sarkanda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarkanda. As per the 2011 stats, Sarkanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sarkanda

Knowing the nearby villages of Sarkanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarkanda.

Jaruadih Sirampur Petajam Bhangidih Sathiari Domohani Machkol Maniarpur Kherhatikar Tetardiha Urmara

Frequently Asked Questions about Sarkanda

Where is Sarkanda located?
Sarkanda village is situated in Jarmundi Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarkanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarkanda is Raikinari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sarkanda?
The pincode of Sarkanda is 814141, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sarkanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarkanda is 176, with 90 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Sarkanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sarkanda village has a total of 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarkanda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarkanda is 43.18%. The male literacy rate is 48.89%, while the female literacy rate is 37.21%.