Sakmal

Sakmal is a village located in Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Selsella (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Tura.

Sakmal has its own place in the vibrant West Garo 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 Sakmal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakmal is 272890. Selsella is nearest town to Sakmal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Sakmal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,116 575 541
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 222 105 117
Scheduled Castes (SC) 77 38 39
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 4 1 3
Literate Population 464 281 183
Illiterate Population 652 294 358

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

  • The total population of Sakmal village is around 1,116, including approximately 575 males and 541 females, with a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 222 children aged 0–6 years in Sakmal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sakmal village has 77 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sakmal village is about 41.58%, with male literacy at 48.87% and female literacy at 33.83%.
  • There are around 205 households in Sakmal village.

Connectivity of Sakmal

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

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

Nearby Villages of Sakmal

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

Balachanda Makagre Chokchakia Chandakona Lalmati Charkasaripara Sobribari Panbari Boldamgre Konarchar

Frequently Asked Questions about Sakmal

Where is Sakmal located?
Sakmal village is situated in Selsella Subdivision, within the West Garo Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sakmal?
The pincode of Sakmal is 794104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sakmal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakmal is 1,116, with 575 males and 541 females.
How many households are there in Sakmal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sakmal village has a total of 205 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakmal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakmal is 41.58%. The male literacy rate is 48.87%, while the female literacy rate is 33.83%.