Sakhain

Sakhain is a village located in Saipung subdivision of Jaintia Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 37km away from sub-district headquarter Saipung (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Jowai.

Sakhain 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 Sakhain

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakhain is 279540. Saipung is nearest town to Sakhain village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Sakhain

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 797 369 428
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 203 98 105
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 792 367 425
Literate Population 389 149 240
Illiterate Population 408 220 188

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

  • The total population of Sakhain village is around 797, including approximately 369 males and 428 females, with a sex ratio of 1159 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 203 children aged 0–6 years in Sakhain village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sakhain village has 792 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sakhain village is about 48.81%, with male literacy at 40.38% and female literacy at 56.07%.
  • There are around 122 households in Sakhain village.

Connectivity of Sakhain

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakhain. As per the 2011 stats, Sakhain 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sakhain

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

Mooknor Khannar Tuituk Mutong Latyrke Sakhain Moolimen Tangsko Lumsharing Daistong Lumchyrngan Saipung

Frequently Asked Questions about Sakhain

Where is Sakhain located?
Sakhain village is situated in Saipung Subdivision, within the Jaintia Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sakhain?
The pincode of Sakhain is 793200, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sakhain as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakhain is 797, with 369 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Sakhain as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sakhain village has a total of 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakhain as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakhain is 48.81%. The male literacy rate is 40.38%, while the female literacy rate is 56.07%.