Sakad
Sakad is a village located in Niwali tehsil of Barwani district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Niwali (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Barwani. As per 2009 stats, Sakad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sakad unique in its vibrant Niwali-Barwani region. You’ll see Sakad’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 Sakad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakad is 478540. The village spans a total geographical area of 777.92 hectares. Sendhwa is nearest town to Sakad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sakad 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 Pansemal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khargone Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sakad
Population of Sakad
According to the 2011 Census, Sakad has a total population of about 1,773, with approximately 934 males and 839 females. The sex ratio is around 898 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 356 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 87 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,665. The overall literacy rate is approximately 35.08%, with male literacy at about 43.36% and female literacy near 25.86%. There are around 320 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sakad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,773 | 934 | 839 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 187 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 42 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,665 | 881 | 784 |
| Literate Population | 622 | 405 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,151 | 529 | 622 |
Connectivity of Sakad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakad. As per the 2011 stats, Sakad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Sakad
Knowing the nearby villages of Sakad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sakad
- Where is Sakad located?
- Sakad village is situated in Niwali Tehsil, within the Barwani district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sakad?
- Sakad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sakad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakad is 1,773, with 934 males and 839 females.
- How many households are there in Sakad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sakad village has a total of 320 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sakad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakad is 35.08%. The male literacy rate is 43.36%, while the female literacy rate is 25.86%.