Sarkona
Sarkona is a village located in Khaira tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Khaira (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Nayakhandi is the gram panchayat of Sarkona village.
Here you can discover what makes Sarkona unique in its vibrant Khaira-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Sarkona’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sarkona
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarkona is 393489. The village spans a total geographical area of 132 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756048. Soro is nearest town to Sarkona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
Google Map of Sarkona
Population of Sarkona
According to the 2011 Census, Sarkona has a total population of about 1,375, with approximately 706 males and 669 females. The sex ratio is around 947 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 149 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 169 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.78%, with male literacy at about 84.56% and female literacy near 74.74%. There are around 308 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sarkona's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,375 | 706 | 669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 83 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 96 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,097 | 597 | 500 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 109 | 169 |
Connectivity of Sarkona
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarkona. As per the 2011 stats, Sarkona 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sarkona
Knowing the nearby villages of Sarkona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarkona.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sarkona
- Where is Sarkona located?
- Sarkona village is situated in Khaira Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sarkona?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sarkona is Nayakhandi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sarkona?
- The pincode of Sarkona is 756048, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sarkona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarkona is 1,375, with 706 males and 669 females.
- How many households are there in Sarkona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sarkona village has a total of 308 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sarkona as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarkona is 79.78%. The male literacy rate is 84.56%, while the female literacy rate is 74.74%.