Saktara - Pawai, Panna
Saktara is a village situated in the Pawai tehsil of Panna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pawai and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Panna. Mohlidharampura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saktara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saktara is 459336. The village covers a total geographical area of 332.57 hectares and falls under the 488446 pincode. Maihar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Saktara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saktara
According to the 2011 Census, Saktara village had a total population of 541 people, including 285 males and 256 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.97%, with male literacy at 67.30% and female literacy at 45.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 462.
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 | 541 | 285 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 74 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 462 | 239 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 142 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 143 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Saktara
Saktara 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 Saktara
Saktara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maihar to Saktara is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Panna to Saktara is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saktara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saktara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saktara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saktara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saktara
Where is Saktara located?
Saktara village is located in Pawai Tehsil, Panna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saktara?
The Gram Panchayat of Saktara is Mohlidharampura.
What is the pincode of Saktara?
The pincode of Saktara is 488446.
What is the population of Saktara?
Saktara had a total population of 541, including 285 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Saktara?
Saktara had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saktara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saktara was 56.97%. Male literacy was 67.30% and female literacy was 45.96%.