Sarekha
Sarekha is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 61km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Sarekha village is also a gram panchayat.
Sarekha 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 Sarekha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarekha is 498004. The village spans a total geographical area of 232.57 hectares. Baihar is nearest town to Sarekha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sarekha 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 Paraswada 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.
Google Map of Sarekha
Population of Sarekha
Below is a concise population overview of Sarekha 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 | 461 | 220 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 28 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 367 | 176 | 191 |
| Literate Population | 323 | 171 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 49 | 89 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sarekha village:
- The total population of Sarekha village is around 461, including approximately 220 males and 241 females, with a sex ratio of 1095 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 61 children aged 0–6 years in Sarekha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sarekha village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 367 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sarekha village is about 70.07%, with male literacy at 77.73% and female literacy at 63.07%.
- There are around 102 households in Sarekha village.
Connectivity of Sarekha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarekha. As per the 2011 stats, Sarekha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sarekha
Knowing the nearby villages of Sarekha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarekha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sarekha
- Where is Sarekha located?
- Sarekha village is situated in Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sarekha?
- Sarekha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sarekha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarekha is 461, with 220 males and 241 females.
- How many households are there in Sarekha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sarekha village has a total of 102 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sarekha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarekha is 70.07%. The male literacy rate is 77.73%, while the female literacy rate is 63.07%.