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
As per Census 2011, Saktara village has a total population of 541 people, consisting of 285 males and 256 females. The village has 100 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 233 literate and 308 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 462 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saktara are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 541, including 285 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Saktara?
There are 100 households in Saktara.
What is the literacy rate in Saktara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saktara is 43.07%. Male literacy is 49.82% and female literacy is 35.55%.