Sarkara Village - Chirayinkeezhu, Thiruvananthapuram
Sarkara is a village situated in the Chirayinkeezhu taluka of Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Attingal and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Thiruvananthapuram. Chirayinkeezhu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarkara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarkara is 628472. The village covers a total geographical area of 1094 hectares and falls under the 695304 pincode. Attingal is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Sarkara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chirayinkeezhu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Attingal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarkara
As per Census 2011, Sarkara village has a total population of 29,907 people, consisting of 13,721 males and 16,186 females. The village has 7,155 households and a sex ratio of 1,179 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,026 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 24,532 literate and 5,375 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5,072 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarkara are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 29,907 | 13,721 | 16,186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,026 | 1,497 | 1,529 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5,072 | 2,341 | 2,731 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 24,532 | 11,554 | 12,978 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,375 | 2,167 | 3,208 |
Nearby Villages of Sarkara
Sarkara 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 Sarkara
Sarkara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Sarkara has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Attingal to Sarkara is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thiruvananthapuram to Sarkara 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 Sarkara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarkara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sarkara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarkara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sarkara
Where is Sarkara located?
Sarkara village is located in Chirayinkeezhu Taluka, Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarkara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarkara is Chirayinkeezhu.
What is the pincode of Sarkara?
The pincode of Sarkara is 695304.
What is the population of Sarkara?
Sarkara has a total population of 29,907, including 13,721 males and 16,186 females.
How many households are there in Sarkara?
There are 7,155 households in Sarkara.
What is the literacy rate in Sarkara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarkara is 82.03%. Male literacy is 84.21% and female literacy is 80.18%.