Sakhira

Sakhira is a village located in Tarn Taran tehsil of Tarn Taran district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from Tarn Taran, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sakhira village. As per 2009 stats, Sakhira village is also a gram panchayat.

Sakhira has its own place in the vibrant Tarn Taran 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 Sakhira

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakhira is 038017. The village spans a total geographical area of 488 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143402. Tarn Taran is nearest town to Sakhira village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Sakhira

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,266 1,226 1,040
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 259 156 103
Scheduled Castes (SC) 713 387 326
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,324 759 565
Illiterate Population 942 467 475

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

  • The total population of Sakhira village is around 2,266, including approximately 1,226 males and 1,040 females, with a sex ratio of 848 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 259 children aged 0–6 years in Sakhira village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sakhira village has 713 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sakhira village is about 58.43%, with male literacy at 61.91% and female literacy at 54.33%.
  • There are around 425 households in Sakhira village.

Connectivity of Sakhira

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

Nearby Villages of Sakhira

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

Khabba Rajputan Jawanda Kalan Sarhali Khurd Jandoke Takhu Chak Khehra Jaura Gopala Mamanke Dyal Rajputan Shahbazpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Sakhira

Where is Sakhira located?
Sakhira village is situated in Tarn Taran Tehsil, within the Tarn Taran district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakhira?
Sakhira serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sakhira?
The pincode of Sakhira is 143402, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sakhira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakhira is 2,266, with 1,226 males and 1,040 females.
How many households are there in Sakhira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sakhira village has a total of 425 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakhira as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakhira is 58.43%. The male literacy rate is 61.91%, while the female literacy rate is 54.33%.