Sakkur

Sakkur is a village located in Sivaganga taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 35km away from Sivaganga, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sakkur village. As per 2009 stats, Ilandakarai is the gram panchayat of Sakkur village.

Sakkur 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 Sakkur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakkur is 640340. The village spans a total geographical area of 959.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630554. Ilayangudi is nearest town to Sakkur village for all major economic activities.

As per 2019 stats, Sakkur village comes under Sivaganga assembly & parliamentary constituency.

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Population of Sakkur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,267 648 619
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 117 57 60
Scheduled Castes (SC) 348 171 177
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 681 422 259
Illiterate Population 586 226 360

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

  • The total population of Sakkur village is around 1,267, including approximately 648 males and 619 females, with a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 117 children aged 0–6 years in Sakkur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sakkur village has 348 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sakkur village is about 53.75%, with male literacy at 65.12% and female literacy at 41.84%.
  • There are around 297 households in Sakkur village.

Connectivity of Sakkur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakkur. As per the 2011 stats, Sakkur 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Sakkur

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

Sirukanaperi Sedambal Kalkulam Valanai Kanjiram Kolanthi Thadiyamangalam Puliyankulam Kondagamperungarai Kilpidavur Sethur

Frequently Asked Questions about Sakkur

Where is Sakkur located?
Sakkur village is situated in Sivaganga Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakkur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakkur is Ilandakarai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sakkur?
The pincode of Sakkur is 630554, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sakkur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakkur is 1,267, with 648 males and 619 females.
How many households are there in Sakkur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sakkur village has a total of 297 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakkur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakkur is 53.75%. The male literacy rate is 65.12%, while the female literacy rate is 41.84%.