Sakkottai

Sakkottai is a village located in Karaikkudi taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Karaikkudi (tehsildar office) and 76km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Veerasekarapuram is the gram panchayat of Sakkottai village.

Sakkottai has its own place in the vibrant Sivaganga 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 Sakkottai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakkottai is 640074. The village spans a total geographical area of 1484.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630108. Puduvayal is nearest town to Sakkottai village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Sakkottai 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.

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Population of Sakkottai

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,208 590 618
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 135 68 67
Scheduled Castes (SC) 256 120 136
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 826 451 375
Illiterate Population 382 139 243

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

  • The total population of Sakkottai village is around 1,208, including approximately 590 males and 618 females, with a sex ratio of 1047 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 135 children aged 0–6 years in Sakkottai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sakkottai village has 256 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sakkottai village is about 68.38%, with male literacy at 76.44% and female literacy at 60.68%.
  • There are around 293 households in Sakkottai village.

Connectivity of Sakkottai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakkottai. As per the 2011 stats, Sakkottai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sakkottai

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Sakkottai

Where is Sakkottai located?
Sakkottai village is situated in Karaikkudi Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakkottai?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakkottai is Veerasekarapuram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sakkottai?
The pincode of Sakkottai is 630108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sakkottai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakkottai is 1,208, with 590 males and 618 females.
How many households are there in Sakkottai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sakkottai village has a total of 293 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakkottai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakkottai is 68.38%. The male literacy rate is 76.44%, while the female literacy rate is 60.68%.