Sakwa

Sakwa is a village located in Saipung subdivision of Jaintia Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Saipung (tehsildar office) and 86km away from district headquarter Jowai.

Sakwa 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 Sakwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakwa is 279572. Saipung is nearest town to Sakwa village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Sakwa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Sakwa village is around 172, including approximately 91 males and 81 females, with a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 37 children aged 0–6 years in Sakwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sakwa village has 168 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sakwa village is about 21.51%, with male literacy at 18.68% and female literacy at 24.69%.
  • There are around 40 households in Sakwa village.

Connectivity of Sakwa

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

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sakwa

Where is Sakwa located?
Sakwa village is situated in Saipung Subdivision, within the Jaintia Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sakwa?
The pincode of Sakwa is 793200, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sakwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakwa is 172, with 91 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Sakwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sakwa village has a total of 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakwa is 21.51%. The male literacy rate is 18.68%, while the female literacy rate is 24.69%.