Sakora - Sonua, West Singhbhum
Sakora is a village situated in the Sonua subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 65 km from Chaibasa. Boikera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sakora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakora is 376951. The village falls under the 833105 pincode.
Sakora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakora
According to the 2011 Census, Sakora village had a total population of 367 people, including 190 males and 177 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.68%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 30.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 367.
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 | 367 | 190 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 28 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 367 | 190 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 108 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 82 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Sakora
Sakora 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 Sakora
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sakora. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sakora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Sakora is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakora 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 Sakora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakora 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 Sakora
Where is Sakora located?
Sakora village is located in Sonua Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sakora?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakora is Boikera.
What is the pincode of Sakora?
The pincode of Sakora is 833105.
What is the population of Sakora?
Sakora had a total population of 367, including 190 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Sakora?
Sakora had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakora was 49.68%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 30.82%.