Sakandra
Sakandra is a village located in Gurdaspur tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Gurdaspur (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Jandi is the gram panchayat of Sakandra village.
Sakandra has its own place in the vibrant Gurdaspur 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 Sakandra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakandra is 027875. The village spans a total geographical area of 83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143531. Dina Nagar is nearest town to Sakandra village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sakandra
Population of Sakandra
Below is a concise population overview of Sakandra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 119 | 67 | 52 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 20 | 9 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 49 | 36 | 13 |
Illiterate Population | 70 | 31 | 39 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sakandra village:
- The total population of Sakandra village is around 119, including approximately 67 males and 52 females, with a sex ratio of 776 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 14 children aged 0–6 years in Sakandra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sakandra village has 29 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Sakandra village is about 41.18%, with male literacy at 53.73% and female literacy at 25.00%.
- There are around 18 households in Sakandra village.
Connectivity of Sakandra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakandra. As per the 2011 stats, Sakandra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Sakandra
Knowing the nearby villages of Sakandra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakandra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sakandra
- Where is Sakandra located?
- Sakandra village is situated in Gurdaspur Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sakandra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sakandra is Jandi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sakandra?
- The pincode of Sakandra is 143531, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sakandra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakandra is 119, with 67 males and 52 females.
- How many households are there in Sakandra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sakandra village has a total of 18 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sakandra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakandra is 41.18%. The male literacy rate is 53.73%, while the female literacy rate is 25.00%.