Sarkanda
Sarkanda is a village located in Sikanderpur tehsil of Ballia district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Sikanderpur (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Ballia. As per 2009 stats, Mahthapar is the gram panchayat of Sarkanda village.
Sarkanda has its own place in the vibrant Ballia 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 Sarkanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarkanda is 198183. The village spans a total geographical area of 106.68 hectares. Ballia is nearest town to Sarkanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Sarkanda
Population of Sarkanda
Below is a concise population overview of Sarkanda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 868 | 457 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 36 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 111 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 676 | 375 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 82 | 110 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sarkanda village:
- The total population of Sarkanda village is around 868, including approximately 457 males and 411 females, with a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 75 children aged 0–6 years in Sarkanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sarkanda village has 198 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 57 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sarkanda village is about 77.88%, with male literacy at 82.06% and female literacy at 73.24%.
- There are around 157 households in Sarkanda village.
Connectivity of Sarkanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarkanda. As per the 2011 stats, Sarkanda 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 |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sarkanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Sarkanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarkanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sarkanda
- Where is Sarkanda located?
- Sarkanda village is situated in Sikanderpur Tehsil, within the Ballia district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sarkanda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sarkanda is Mahthapar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sarkanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarkanda is 868, with 457 males and 411 females.
- How many households are there in Sarkanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sarkanda village has a total of 157 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sarkanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarkanda is 77.88%. The male literacy rate is 82.06%, while the female literacy rate is 73.24%.