Sakra
Sakra is a village located in Patan tehsil of Jabalpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Patan (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Jabalpur. As per 2009 stats, Sakra village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sakra unique in its vibrant Patan-Jabalpur region. You’ll see Sakra’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 Sakra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakra is 489433. The village spans a total geographical area of 750.11 hectares. Patan is nearest town to Sakra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sakra 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 Patan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sakra
Population of Sakra
According to the 2011 Census, Sakra has a total population of about 1,653, with approximately 860 males and 793 females. The sex ratio is around 922 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 195 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 110 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 437. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.00%, with male literacy at about 71.16% and female literacy near 56.24%. There are around 358 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sakra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,653 | 860 | 793 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 104 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 53 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 437 | 219 | 218 |
| Literate Population | 1,058 | 612 | 446 |
| Illiterate Population | 595 | 248 | 347 |
Connectivity of Sakra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakra. As per the 2011 stats, Sakra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sakra
Knowing the nearby villages of Sakra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sakra
- Where is Sakra located?
- Sakra village is situated in Patan Tehsil, within the Jabalpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sakra?
- Sakra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sakra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakra is 1,653, with 860 males and 793 females.
- How many households are there in Sakra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sakra village has a total of 358 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sakra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakra is 64.00%. The male literacy rate is 71.16%, while the female literacy rate is 56.24%.