Sarkand
Sarkand is a village located in Manjhari subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Manjhari (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Chaibasa. As per 2009 stats, Pilka is the gram panchayat of Sarkand village.
Here you can discover what makes Sarkand unique in its vibrant Manjhari-Pashchimi Singhbhum region. You’ll see Sarkand’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sarkand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarkand is 378237. The village spans a total geographical area of 167 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833201. Manjhari is nearest town to Sarkand village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sarkand
Population of Sarkand
According to the 2011 Census, Sarkand has a total population of about 412, with approximately 212 males and 200 females. The sex ratio is around 943 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 74 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 14 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 394. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.26%, with male literacy at about 50.47% and female literacy near 31.50%. There are around 80 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sarkand's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 412 | 212 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 35 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 394 | 203 | 191 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 107 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 105 | 137 |
Connectivity of Sarkand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarkand. As per the 2011 stats, Sarkand had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sarkand
Knowing the nearby villages of Sarkand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarkand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sarkand
- Where is Sarkand located?
- Sarkand village is situated in Manjhari Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sarkand?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sarkand is Pilka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sarkand?
- The pincode of Sarkand is 833201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sarkand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarkand is 412, with 212 males and 200 females.
- How many households are there in Sarkand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sarkand village has a total of 80 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sarkand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarkand is 41.26%. The male literacy rate is 50.47%, while the female literacy rate is 31.50%.