Sakwara
Sakwara is a village located in Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Chanderi (tehsildar office) and 82km away from district headquarter Ashoknagar. As per 2009 stats, Sakwara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sakwara unique in its vibrant Chanderi-Ashoknagar region. You’ll see Sakwara’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 Sakwara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakwara is 500188. The village spans a total geographical area of 622.05 hectares. Chanderi is nearest town to Sakwara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sakwara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chanderi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Guna Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sakwara
Population of Sakwara
According to the 2011 Census, Sakwara has a total population of about 1,641, with approximately 873 males and 768 females. The sex ratio is around 879 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 299 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 268 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 174. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.85%, with male literacy at about 61.97% and female literacy near 36.07%. There are around 338 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sakwara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,641 | 873 | 768 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 153 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 147 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 91 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 818 | 541 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 823 | 332 | 491 |
Connectivity of Sakwara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakwara. As per the 2011 stats, Sakwara 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Sakwara
Knowing the nearby villages of Sakwara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakwara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sakwara
- Where is Sakwara located?
- Sakwara village is situated in Chanderi Tehsil, within the Ashoknagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sakwara?
- Sakwara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sakwara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakwara is 1,641, with 873 males and 768 females.
- How many households are there in Sakwara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sakwara village has a total of 338 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sakwara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakwara is 49.85%. The male literacy rate is 61.97%, while the female literacy rate is 36.07%.