Sarkanda
Sarkanda is a village located in Sohela tehsil of Bargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Sohela (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Bargarh. As per 2009 stats, Sarakanda is the gram panchayat of Sarkanda village.
Here you can discover what makes Sarkanda unique in its vibrant Sohela-Bargarh region. You’ll see Sarkanda’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 Sarkanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarkanda is 380236. The village spans a total geographical area of 843 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768032. Bargarh is nearest town to Sarkanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Sarkanda
Population of Sarkanda
According to the 2011 Census, Sarkanda has a total population of about 3,326, with approximately 1,669 males and 1,657 females. The sex ratio is around 992 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 359 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 326 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 429. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.15%, with male literacy at about 80.71% and female literacy near 65.54%. There are around 842 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sarkanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,326 | 1,669 | 1,657 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 173 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 326 | 162 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 429 | 215 | 214 |
| Literate Population | 2,433 | 1,347 | 1,086 |
| Illiterate Population | 893 | 322 | 571 |
Connectivity of Sarkanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarkanda. As per the 2011 stats, Sarkanda 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 Sarkanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Sarkanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarkanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sarkanda
- Where is Sarkanda located?
- Sarkanda village is situated in Sohela Tehsil, within the Bargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sarkanda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sarkanda is Sarakanda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sarkanda?
- The pincode of Sarkanda is 768032, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sarkanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarkanda is 3,326, with 1,669 males and 1,657 females.
- How many households are there in Sarkanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sarkanda village has a total of 842 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sarkanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarkanda is 73.15%. The male literacy rate is 80.71%, while the female literacy rate is 65.54%.