Sakatpur - Raghogarh, Guna
Sakatpur is a village situated in the Raghogarh tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raghogarh and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Sakatpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakatpur is 499231. The village covers a total geographical area of 480 hectares and falls under the 473111 pincode. Raghogarh is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sakatpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakatpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sakatpur village had a total population of 1,085 people, including 554 males and 531 females, living in 219 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.20%, with male literacy at 88.43% and female literacy at 51.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 398.
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 | 1,085 | 554 | 531 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 96 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 398 | 206 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 636 | 405 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 449 | 149 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Sakatpur
Sakatpur 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 Sakatpur
Sakatpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raghogarh to Sakatpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Sakatpur is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakatpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakatpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sakatpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakatpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sakatpur
Where is Sakatpur located?
Sakatpur village is located in Raghogarh Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakatpur?
Sakatpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sakatpur?
The pincode of Sakatpur is 473111.
What is the population of Sakatpur?
Sakatpur had a total population of 1,085, including 554 males and 531 females.
How many households are there in Sakatpur?
Sakatpur had 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakatpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakatpur was 70.20%. Male literacy was 88.43% and female literacy was 51.56%.