Sarakhia
Sarakhia is a village located in Dhenkanal Sadar tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Dhenkanal Sadar (tehsildar office) and 7km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Kankadpal is the gram panchayat of Sarakhia village.
Sarakhia has its own place in the vibrant Dhenkanal 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 Sarakhia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarakhia is 403274. The village spans a total geographical area of 407 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759013. Dhenkanal is nearest town to Sarakhia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
As per 2019 stats, Sarakhia village comes under Dhenkanal assembly & parliamentary constituency.
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Population of Sarakhia
Below is a concise population overview of Sarakhia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 743 | 351 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 49 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 462 | 195 | 267 |
| Literate Population | 516 | 263 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 88 | 139 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sarakhia village:
- The total population of Sarakhia village is around 743, including approximately 351 males and 392 females, with a sex ratio of 1116 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 95 children aged 0–6 years in Sarakhia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sarakhia village has 21 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 462 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sarakhia village is about 69.45%, with male literacy at 74.93% and female literacy at 64.54%.
- There are around 163 households in Sarakhia village.
Connectivity of Sarakhia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarakhia. As per the 2011 stats, Sarakhia 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sarakhia
Knowing the nearby villages of Sarakhia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarakhia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sarakhia
- Where is Sarakhia located?
- Sarakhia village is situated in Dhenkanal Sadar Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sarakhia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sarakhia is Kankadpal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sarakhia?
- The pincode of Sarakhia is 759013, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sarakhia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarakhia is 743, with 351 males and 392 females.
- How many households are there in Sarakhia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sarakhia village has a total of 163 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sarakhia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarakhia is 69.45%. The male literacy rate is 74.93%, while the female literacy rate is 64.54%.