Sakkanthi
About Sakkanthi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sakkanthi village is 640195. Sakkanthi village is located in Devakottai taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Devakottai (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Sakkanthi village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 743.21 hectares. Sakkanthi has a total population of 1,638 peoples, out of which male population is 817 while female population is 821. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1004 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sakkanthi village is 68.99% out of which 80.54% males and 57.49% females are literate. There are about 399 houses in sakkanthi village. Pincode of sakkanthi village locality is 630312.
When it comes to administration, Sakkanthi village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sakkanthi village comes under Karaikudi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sivaganga Lok Sabha constituency. Devakottai is nearest town to sakkanthi village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Sakkanthi
The population details of Sakkanthi cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,638 | 817 | 821 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 122 | 59 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 236 | 114 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,130 | 658 | 472 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 159 | 349 |
Connectivity of Sakkanthi
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sakkanthi
Where is Sakkanthi located?
Sakkanthi village is situated in Devakottai Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakkanthi?
Sakkanthi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sakkanthi?
The pincode of Sakkanthi is 630312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sakkanthi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakkanthi is 1,638, with 817 males and 821 females.
How many households are there in Sakkanthi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sakkanthi village has a total of 399 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakkanthi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakkanthi is 68.99%. The male literacy rate is 80.54%, while the female literacy rate is 57.49%.