Sarakana
Sarakana is a village located in Ghuwara tehsil of Chhatarpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Ghuwara (tehsildar office) and 76km away from district headquarter Chhatarpur. As per 2009 stats, Sarkana is the gram panchayat of Sarakana village.
Sarakana has its own place in the vibrant Chhatarpur 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 Sarakana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarakana is 458207. The village spans a total geographical area of 996.3 hectares. Ghuwara is nearest town to Sarakana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Sarakana
Population of Sarakana
Below is a concise population overview of Sarakana 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 | 2,407 | 1,268 | 1,139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 406 | 204 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 763 | 407 | 356 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 36 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 1,140 | 709 | 431 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,267 | 559 | 708 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sarakana village:
- The total population of Sarakana village is around 2,407, including approximately 1,268 males and 1,139 females, with a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 406 children aged 0–6 years in Sarakana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sarakana village has 763 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 76 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sarakana village is about 47.36%, with male literacy at 55.91% and female literacy at 37.84%.
- There are around 644 households in Sarakana village.
Connectivity of Sarakana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarakana. As per the 2011 stats, Sarakana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sarakana
Knowing the nearby villages of Sarakana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarakana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sarakana
- Where is Sarakana located?
- Sarakana village is situated in Ghuwara Tehsil, within the Chhatarpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sarakana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sarakana is Sarkana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sarakana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarakana is 2,407, with 1,268 males and 1,139 females.
- How many households are there in Sarakana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sarakana village has a total of 644 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sarakana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarakana is 47.36%. The male literacy rate is 55.91%, while the female literacy rate is 37.84%.