Sakarda - Amet, Rajsamand
Sakarda is a village situated in the Amet tehsil of Rajsamand district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amet and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Rajsamand. Sakarda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakarda is 096722. The village covers a total geographical area of 511.05 hectares and falls under the 313330 pincode. Amet is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Sakarda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kumbhalgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajsamand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakarda
As per Census 2011, Sakarda village has a total population of 939 people, consisting of 459 males and 480 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 314 literate and 625 illiterate residents. Additionally, 159 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakarda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 939 | 459 | 480 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 86 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 76 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 314 | 196 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 625 | 263 | 362 |
Nearby Villages of Sakarda
Sakarda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhamron Ka Wadiya | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Barjal | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Makarda | West | 1.87 km |
| Sirodi | East | 2.64 km |
| Dekwara | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Rachheti Ki Dhani | North | 3.13 km |
| Doodaliya | West | 3.33 km |
| Miyala | North | 3.35 km |
| Ballon Ka Khera | West | 3.48 km |
| Dudaliya | South-West | 3.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sakarda
Sakarda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Charbhuja Road, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amet to Sakarda is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajsamand to Sakarda is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakarda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakarda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sakarda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakarda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sakarda
Where is Sakarda located?
Sakarda village is located in Amet Tehsil, Rajsamand district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakarda?
Sakarda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sakarda?
The pincode of Sakarda is 313330.
What is the population of Sakarda?
Sakarda has a total population of 939, including 459 males and 480 females.
How many households are there in Sakarda?
There are 226 households in Sakarda.
What is the literacy rate in Sakarda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakarda is 33.44%. Male literacy is 42.70% and female literacy is 24.58%.