Sahkai

Sahkai is a village located in Saipung subdivision of Jaintia Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 55km away from sub-district headquarter Saipung (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Jowai.

Sahkai has its own place in the vibrant Jaintia Hills 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 Sahkai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sahkai is 279508. Saipung is nearest town to Sahkai village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Sahkai

Below is a concise population overview of Sahkai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 297 153 144
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 89 41 48
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1 N/A 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 295 153 142
Literate Population 86 50 36
Illiterate Population 211 103 108

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sahkai village:

  • The total population of Sahkai village is around 297, including approximately 153 males and 144 females, with a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 89 children aged 0–6 years in Sahkai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sahkai village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 295 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sahkai village is about 28.96%, with male literacy at 32.68% and female literacy at 25.00%.
  • There are around 48 households in Sahkai village.

Connectivity of Sahkai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sahkai. As per the 2011 stats, Sahkai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sahkai

Knowing the nearby villages of Sahkai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sahkai.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sahkai

Where is Sahkai located?
Sahkai village is situated in Saipung Subdivision, within the Jaintia Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sahkai?
The pincode of Sahkai is 793200, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sahkai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sahkai is 297, with 153 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Sahkai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sahkai village has a total of 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahkai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sahkai is 28.96%. The male literacy rate is 32.68%, while the female literacy rate is 25.00%.