Sakanda

Sakanda is a village located in Kochinda tehsil of Sambalpur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kochinda (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Sambalpur. As per 2009 stats, Boxama is the gram panchayat of Sakanda village.

Here you can discover what makes Sakanda unique in its vibrant Kochinda-Sambalpur region. You’ll see Sakanda’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 Sakanda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakanda is 381566. The village spans a total geographical area of 79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768222. Kochinda is nearest town to Sakanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

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Population of Sakanda

According to the 2011 Census, Sakanda has a total population of about 61, with approximately 29 males and 32 females. The sex ratio is around 1103 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 5 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 39. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.02%, with male literacy at about 65.52% and female literacy near 53.13%. There are around 19 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sakanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 61 29 32
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 5 2 3
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 39 17 22
Literate Population 36 19 17
Illiterate Population 25 10 15

Connectivity of Sakanda

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

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

Nearby Villages of Sakanda

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Sakanda

Where is Sakanda located?
Sakanda village is situated in Kochinda Tehsil, within the Sambalpur district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakanda is Boxama (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sakanda?
The pincode of Sakanda is 768222, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sakanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakanda is 61, with 29 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Sakanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sakanda village has a total of 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakanda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakanda is 59.02%. The male literacy rate is 65.52%, while the female literacy rate is 53.13%.