Sarekha
Sarekha is a village located in Paraswada tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 48km away from sub-district headquarter Paraswada (tehsildar office) and 88km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Karwahi is the gram panchayat of Sarekha village.
Here you can discover what makes Sarekha unique in its vibrant Paraswada-Balaghat region. You’ll see Sarekha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sarekha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarekha is 498388. The village spans a total geographical area of 591.57 hectares. Baihar is nearest town to Sarekha village for all major economic activities.
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 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.
Google Map of Sarekha
Population of Sarekha
According to the 2011 Census, Sarekha has a total population of about 1,611, with approximately 811 males and 800 females. The sex ratio is around 986 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 209 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 33 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 355. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.89%, with male literacy at about 76.08% and female literacy near 63.63%. There are around 343 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sarekha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,611 | 811 | 800 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 115 | 94 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 355 | 161 | 194 |
Literate Population | 1,126 | 617 | 509 |
Illiterate Population | 485 | 194 | 291 |
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) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
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 Paraswada Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sarekha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sarekha is Karwahi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sarekha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarekha is 1,611, with 811 males and 800 females.
- How many households are there in Sarekha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sarekha village has a total of 343 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sarekha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarekha is 69.89%. The male literacy rate is 76.08%, while the female literacy rate is 63.63%.