Sakwa Village Overview
Sakwa is a village in Saipung tehsil of Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It lies about 45 km from Saipung tehsil headquarters and around 86 km from Jowai district headquarters.
The sections below provide essential information about Sakwa village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakwa is 279572. Saipung is the nearest town.
Location Map of Sakwa
Population & Demographics of Sakwa
This section provides population and demographic details of Sakwa village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 172 | 91 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 24 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 89 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 74 | 61 |
Key population details of Sakwa village are given below:
- Sakwa village is a very small village with a total population of around 172, including approximately 91 males and 81 females, with a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males.
- Children aged 0–6 years form a notable share of the village population.
- 168 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Sakwa village is low, with a literacy rate of about 21.51%.
- There are around 40 households in Sakwa village.
Transport & Connectivity of Sakwa
Transport facilities help residents of Sakwa village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sakwa
The following villages are located close to Sakwa and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sakwa
- Where is Sakwa located?
- Sakwa village is located in Saipung Subdivision, Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
- What is the pincode of Sakwa?
- The pincode of Sakwa is 793200.
- What is the population of Sakwa?
- Sakwa has a total population of 172, including 91 males and 81 females.
- How many households are there in Sakwa?
- There are 40 households in Sakwa.
- What is the literacy rate in Sakwa?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakwa is 21.51%. Male literacy is 18.68% and female literacy is 24.69%.