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.
Sakwara has its own place in the vibrant Ashoknagar 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Sakwara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sakwara village:
- The total population of Sakwara village is around 1,641, including approximately 873 males and 768 females, with a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 299 children aged 0–6 years in Sakwara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sakwara village has 268 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 174 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sakwara village is about 49.85%, with male literacy at 61.97% and female literacy at 36.07%.
- There are around 338 households in Sakwara village.
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%.