Saktapur
Saktapur is a village located in Khirkiya tehsil of Harda district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Khirkiya (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Harda. As per 2009 stats, Saktapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Saktapur has its own place in the vibrant Harda 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 Saktapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Saktapur is 486601. The village spans a total geographical area of 612.37 hectares. Khirkiya is nearest town to Saktapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Saktapur 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 Harda Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Betul Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Saktapur
Population of Saktapur
Below is a concise population overview of Saktapur 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 | 762 | 402 | 360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 57 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 54 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 43 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 470 | 293 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 109 | 183 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Saktapur village:
- The total population of Saktapur village is around 762, including approximately 402 males and 360 females, with a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 107 children aged 0–6 years in Saktapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Saktapur village has 109 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 76 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Saktapur village is about 61.68%, with male literacy at 72.89% and female literacy at 49.17%.
- There are around 146 households in Saktapur village.
Connectivity of Saktapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Saktapur. As per the 2011 stats, Saktapur 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 within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Saktapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Saktapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Saktapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Saktapur
- Where is Saktapur located?
- Saktapur village is situated in Khirkiya Tehsil, within the Harda district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Saktapur?
- Saktapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Saktapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saktapur is 762, with 402 males and 360 females.
- How many households are there in Saktapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Saktapur village has a total of 146 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Saktapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saktapur is 61.68%. The male literacy rate is 72.89%, while the female literacy rate is 49.17%.