Sarkanda

Sarkanda is a village located in Barhait subdivision of Sahibganj district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Barheat (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Sahibganj. As per 2009 stats, Hiranpur is the gram panchayat of Sarkanda village.

Sarkanda has its own place in the vibrant Sahibganj 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 358761. The village spans a total geographical area of 118.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 816102. Barhait 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 295 146 149
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 64 32 32
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 276 136 140
Literate Population 71 46 25
Illiterate Population 224 100 124

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

  • The total population of Sarkanda village is around 295, including approximately 146 males and 149 females, with a sex ratio of 1020 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 64 children aged 0–6 years in Sarkanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sarkanda village has 276 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sarkanda village is about 24.07%, with male literacy at 31.51% and female literacy at 16.78%.
  • There are around 67 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 <5 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sarkanda

Where is Sarkanda located?
Sarkanda village is situated in Barhait Subdivision, within the Sahibganj district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarkanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarkanda is Hiranpur (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 816102, 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 295, with 146 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Sarkanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sarkanda village has a total of 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarkanda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarkanda is 24.07%. The male literacy rate is 31.51%, while the female literacy rate is 16.78%.