Sakharpa
Sakharpa is a village located in Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 87km away from sub-district headquarter Devrukh (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Sakharapa is the gram panchayat of Sakharpa village.
Sakharpa has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sakharpa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakharpa is 565851. The village spans a total geographical area of 1064.27 hectares. Ratnagiri is nearest town to Sakharpa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sakharpa 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 Chiplun Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sakharpa
Population of Sakharpa
Below is a concise population overview of Sakharpa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,601 | 807 | 794 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 57 | 61 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,305 | 705 | 600 |
Illiterate Population | 296 | 102 | 194 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sakharpa village:
- The total population of Sakharpa village is around 1,601, including approximately 807 males and 794 females, with a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 118 children aged 0–6 years in Sakharpa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sakharpa village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Sakharpa village is about 81.51%, with male literacy at 87.36% and female literacy at 75.57%.
- There are around 424 households in Sakharpa village.
Connectivity of Sakharpa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakharpa. As per the 2011 stats, Sakharpa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sakharpa
Knowing the nearby villages of Sakharpa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakharpa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sakharpa
- Where is Sakharpa located?
- Sakharpa village is situated in Sangameshwar Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sakharpa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sakharpa is Sakharapa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sakharpa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakharpa is 1,601, with 807 males and 794 females.
- How many households are there in Sakharpa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sakharpa village has a total of 424 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sakharpa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakharpa is 81.51%. The male literacy rate is 87.36%, while the female literacy rate is 75.57%.