Sakritola - Kirnapur, Balaghat
Sakritola is a village situated in the Kirnapur tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kirnapur and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Kakodi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sakritola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakritola is 497947. The village covers a total geographical area of 358.36 hectares and falls under the 481115 pincode. Balaghat is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Sakritola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakritola
According to the 2011 Census, Sakritola village had a total population of 218 people, including 106 males and 112 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.63%, with male literacy at 89.36% and female literacy at 63.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 144.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 218 | 106 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 66 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 84 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 22 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Sakritola
Sakritola 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 Sakritola
Sakritola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Sakritola has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balaghat to Sakritola is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakritola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakritola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sakritola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakritola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sakritola
Where is Sakritola located?
Sakritola village is located in Kirnapur Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sakritola?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakritola is Kakodi.
What is the pincode of Sakritola?
The pincode of Sakritola is 481115.
What is the population of Sakritola?
Sakritola had a total population of 218, including 106 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Sakritola?
Sakritola had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakritola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakritola was 75.63%. Male literacy was 89.36% and female literacy was 63.11%.