Sakarra - Isagarh, Ashoknagar
Sakarra is a village situated in the Isagarh tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Isagarh and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Sakarra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakarra is 500033. The village covers a total geographical area of 763 hectares and falls under the 473335 pincode. Isagarh is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sakarra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanderi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakarra
As per Census 2011, Sakarra village has a total population of 1,377 people, consisting of 695 males and 682 females. The village has 282 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 302 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 400 literate and 977 illiterate residents. Additionally, 298 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 355 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakarra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,377 | 695 | 682 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 140 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 298 | 157 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 355 | 168 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 400 | 293 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 977 | 402 | 575 |
Nearby Villages of Sakarra
Sakarra 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 Sakarra
Sakarra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Isagarh to Sakarra is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Sakarra is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakarra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakarra 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sakarra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakarra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sakarra
Where is Sakarra located?
Sakarra village is located in Isagarh Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakarra?
Sakarra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sakarra?
The pincode of Sakarra is 473335.
What is the population of Sakarra?
Sakarra has a total population of 1,377, including 695 males and 682 females.
How many households are there in Sakarra?
There are 282 households in Sakarra.
What is the literacy rate in Sakarra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakarra is 29.05%. Male literacy is 42.16% and female literacy is 15.69%.