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.
Here you can discover what makes Sarakana unique in its vibrant Ghuwara-Chhatarpur region. You’ll see Sarakana’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sarakana has a total population of about 2,407, with approximately 1,268 males and 1,139 females. The sex ratio is around 898 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 406 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 763 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 76. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.36%, with male literacy at about 55.91% and female literacy near 37.84%. There are around 644 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sarakana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.