Kakra

Kakra is a village located in Samana tehsil of Patiala district in Punjab, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Samana (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Patiala. As per 2009 stats, Kakra village is also a gram panchayat.

Kakra has its own place in the vibrant Patiala 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 Kakra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kakra is 036196. The village spans a total geographical area of 176 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 147001. Samana is nearest town to Kakra village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Kakra

Below is a concise population overview of Kakra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 682 356 326
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 81 41 40
Scheduled Castes (SC) 97 49 48
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 424 244 180
Illiterate Population 258 112 146

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kakra village:

  • The total population of Kakra village is around 682, including approximately 356 males and 326 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 81 children aged 0–6 years in Kakra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kakra village has 97 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kakra village is about 62.17%, with male literacy at 68.54% and female literacy at 55.21%.
  • There are around 129 households in Kakra village.

Connectivity of Kakra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kakra. As per the 2011 stats, Kakra 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kakra

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

Kotla Nasru Rajla Jamalpur Todarpur Dullar Fatehpur Lalgarh Kutbanpur Samana Kahangarh Bhutna Bahmana

Frequently Asked Questions about Kakra

Where is Kakra located?
Kakra village is situated in Samana Tehsil, within the Patiala district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kakra?
Kakra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kakra?
The pincode of Kakra is 147001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kakra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kakra is 682, with 356 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Kakra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kakra village has a total of 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kakra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kakra is 62.17%. The male literacy rate is 68.54%, while the female literacy rate is 55.21%.