Sakhpur

Sakhpur is a village located in Anandpur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Anandpur Sahib (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Rupnagar. As per 2009 stats, Sakhpur village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Sakhpur unique in its vibrant Anandpur Sahib-Rupnagar region. You’ll see Sakhpur’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 Sakhpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakhpur is 038378. The village spans a total geographical area of 492 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140123. Anandpur Sahib is nearest town to Sakhpur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Sakhpur

According to the 2011 Census, Sakhpur has a total population of about 841, with approximately 430 males and 411 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 112 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 45 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.98%, with male literacy at about 68.60% and female literacy near 48.91%. There are around 153 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sakhpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 841 430 411
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 112 52 60
Scheduled Castes (SC) 45 20 25
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 496 295 201
Illiterate Population 345 135 210

Connectivity of Sakhpur

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

Nearby Villages of Sakhpur

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Sakhpur

Where is Sakhpur located?
Sakhpur village is situated in Anandpur Sahib Tehsil, within the Rupnagar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakhpur?
Sakhpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sakhpur?
The pincode of Sakhpur is 140123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sakhpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakhpur is 841, with 430 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Sakhpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sakhpur village has a total of 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakhpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakhpur is 58.98%. The male literacy rate is 68.60%, while the female literacy rate is 48.91%.