Sakandi
Sakandi is a village located in Beohari tehsil of Shahdol district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Beohari (tehsildar office) and 124km away from district headquarter Shahdol. As per 2009 stats, Sakandi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sakandi unique in its vibrant Beohari-Shahdol region. You’ll see Sakandi’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 Sakandi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakandi is 500891. The village spans a total geographical area of 258.62 hectares. Beohari is nearest town to Sakandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
Google Map of Sakandi
Population of Sakandi
According to the 2011 Census, Sakandi has a total population of about 2,124, with approximately 1,121 males and 1,003 females. The sex ratio is around 894 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 352 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 243 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 735. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.39%, with male literacy at about 67.26% and female literacy near 46.36%. There are around 458 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sakandi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,124 | 1,121 | 1,003 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 352 | 195 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 122 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 735 | 396 | 339 |
| Literate Population | 1,219 | 754 | 465 |
| Illiterate Population | 905 | 367 | 538 |
Connectivity of Sakandi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakandi. As per the 2011 stats, Sakandi 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sakandi
Knowing the nearby villages of Sakandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakandi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sakandi
- Where is Sakandi located?
- Sakandi village is situated in Beohari Tehsil, within the Shahdol district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sakandi?
- Sakandi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sakandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakandi is 2,124, with 1,121 males and 1,003 females.
- How many households are there in Sakandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sakandi village has a total of 458 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sakandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakandi is 57.39%. The male literacy rate is 67.26%, while the female literacy rate is 46.36%.