Saskela
Saskela is a village located in Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Lahunipara (tehsildar office) and 192km away from district headquarter Sundargarh. As per 2009 stats, Sasyakela is the gram panchayat of Saskela village.
Here you can discover what makes Saskela unique in its vibrant Lahunipara-Sundargarh region. You’ll see Saskela’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 Saskela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Saskela is 384942. The village spans a total geographical area of 603 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 770041. Barbil is nearest town to Saskela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 69km away.
Google Map of Saskela
Population of Saskela
According to the 2011 Census, Saskela has a total population of about 2,027, with approximately 1,038 males and 989 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 406 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 78 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,222. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.36%, with male literacy at about 59.92% and female literacy near 42.37%. There are around 497 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Saskela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,027 | 1,038 | 989 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 406 | 204 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 35 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,222 | 611 | 611 |
| Literate Population | 1,041 | 622 | 419 |
| Illiterate Population | 986 | 416 | 570 |
Connectivity of Saskela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Saskela. As per the 2011 stats, Saskela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Saskela
Knowing the nearby villages of Saskela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Saskela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Saskela
- Where is Saskela located?
- Saskela village is situated in Lahunipara Tehsil, within the Sundargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Saskela?
- The Gram Panchayat of Saskela is Sasyakela (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Saskela?
- The pincode of Saskela is 770041, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Saskela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saskela is 2,027, with 1,038 males and 989 females.
- How many households are there in Saskela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Saskela village has a total of 497 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Saskela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saskela is 51.36%. The male literacy rate is 59.92%, while the female literacy rate is 42.37%.