Sakha

Sakha is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 106km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 107km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Surwahi is the gram panchayat of Sakha village.

Sakha has its own place in the vibrant Balaghat 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 Sakha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakha is 498140. The village spans a total geographical area of 792.54 hectares. Malajkhand is nearest town to Sakha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Sakha 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 Baihar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Sakha

Below is a concise population overview of Sakha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 919 459 460
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 114 56 58
Scheduled Castes (SC) 25 13 12
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 732 365 367
Literate Population 608 336 272
Illiterate Population 311 123 188

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sakha village:

  • The total population of Sakha village is around 919, including approximately 459 males and 460 females, with a sex ratio of 1002 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 114 children aged 0–6 years in Sakha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sakha village has 25 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 732 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sakha village is about 66.16%, with male literacy at 73.20% and female literacy at 59.13%.
  • There are around 198 households in Sakha village.

Connectivity of Sakha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakha. As per the 2011 stats, Sakha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sakha

Knowing the nearby villages of Sakha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakha.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sakha

Where is Sakha located?
Sakha village is situated in Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakha?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakha is Surwahi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sakha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakha is 919, with 459 males and 460 females.
How many households are there in Sakha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sakha village has a total of 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakha is 66.16%. The male literacy rate is 73.20%, while the female literacy rate is 59.13%.