Sakhi - Beohari, Shahdol
Sakhi is a village situated in the Beohari tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beohari and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Sakhi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakhi is 501000. The village covers a total geographical area of 618.98 hectares and falls under the 484774 pincode. Beohari is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Sakhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sakhi
As per Census 2011, Sakhi village has a total population of 4,090 people, consisting of 2,113 males and 1,977 females. The village has 903 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 757 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,118 literate and 1,972 illiterate residents. Additionally, 329 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 696 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,090 | 2,113 | 1,977 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 757 | 402 | 355 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 171 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 696 | 362 | 334 |
| Literate Population | 2,118 | 1,276 | 842 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,972 | 837 | 1,135 |
Nearby Villages of Sakhi
Sakhi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Baraha Tola | South | 1.96 km |
| Bijaha | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Bijahi | South | 2.89 km |
| Mair Tola | South-East | 3.80 km |
| Mau | North-West | 4.04 km |
| Kharapa | North-East | 4.10 km |
| Belbahra | North-East | 4.30 km |
| Deorao | North-East | 4.72 km |
| Deogaon | South | 4.84 km |
| Sukha | West | 4.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sakhi
Sakhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Beohari, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beohari to Sakhi is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Sakhi is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sakhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakhi 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sakhi
Where is Sakhi located?
Sakhi village is located in Beohari Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakhi?
Sakhi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sakhi?
The pincode of Sakhi is 484774.
What is the population of Sakhi?
Sakhi has a total population of 4,090, including 2,113 males and 1,977 females.
How many households are there in Sakhi?
There are 903 households in Sakhi.
What is the literacy rate in Sakhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakhi is 51.78%. Male literacy is 60.39% and female literacy is 42.59%.