Sakal Chak - Mahagama, Godda
Sakal Chak is a village situated in the Mahagama subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahagama and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Godda. Dharmodih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sakal Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakal Chak is 356722. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.55 hectares and falls under the 814155 pincode.
Sakal Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahagama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Godda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakal Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Sakal Chak village had a total population of 1,080 people, including 578 males and 502 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 869 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.15%, with male literacy at 46.89% and female literacy at 27.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 251, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,080 | 578 | 502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 79 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 251 | 136 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 351 | 234 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 729 | 344 | 385 |
Nearby Villages of Sakal Chak
Sakal Chak 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 Sakal Chak
Sakal Chak is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Godda to Sakal Chak is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakal Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakal Chak 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sakal Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakal Chak 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sakal Chak
Where is Sakal Chak located?
Sakal Chak village is located in Mahagama Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakal Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakal Chak is Dharmodih.
What is the pincode of Sakal Chak?
The pincode of Sakal Chak is 814155.
What is the population of Sakal Chak?
Sakal Chak had a total population of 1,080, including 578 males and 502 females.
How many households are there in Sakal Chak?
Sakal Chak had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakal Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakal Chak was 38.15%. Male literacy was 46.89% and female literacy was 27.79%.