Sakkanthi
Sakkanthi is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Sakkanthi unique in its vibrant Devakottai-Sivaganga region. You’ll see Sakkanthi’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 Sakkanthi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakkanthi is 640195. The village spans a total geographical area of 743.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630312. Devakottai is nearest town to Sakkanthi village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Sakkanthi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karaikudi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sakkanthi
Population of Sakkanthi
According to the 2011 Census, Sakkanthi has a total population of about 1,638, with approximately 817 males and 821 females. The sex ratio is around 1004 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 122 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 236 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 68.99%, with male literacy at about 80.54% and female literacy near 57.49%. There are around 399 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sakkanthi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,638 | 817 | 821 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 59 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 236 | 114 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,130 | 658 | 472 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 159 | 349 |
Connectivity of Sakkanthi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakkanthi. As per the 2011 stats, Sakkanthi 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 Sakkanthi
Knowing the nearby villages of Sakkanthi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakkanthi.
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%.