Sakraur - Colonelganj, Gonda
Sakraur is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Sakraur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakraur is 175125. The village covers a total geographical area of 832.3 hectares and falls under the 271502 pincode. Gonda is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sakraur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Colonelganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakraur
As per Census 2011, Sakraur village has a total population of 4,559 people, consisting of 2,342 males and 2,217 females. The village has 733 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 831 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,958 literate and 2,601 illiterate residents. Additionally, 664 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakraur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,559 | 2,342 | 2,217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 831 | 415 | 416 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 664 | 330 | 334 |
| Literate Population | 1,958 | 1,220 | 738 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,601 | 1,122 | 1,479 |
Nearby Villages of Sakraur
Sakraur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Durauni | North | 1.91 km |
| Nandaur | West | 2.33 km |
| Pure Tiwari | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Khaira | South | 2.58 km |
| Marchaur | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Pure Lali | North | 3.23 km |
| Gajsinghpur | East | 3.63 km |
| Hardiha Sapaur | North-East | 3.97 km |
| Rajapur | North-West | 4.14 km |
| Allipur Khande Ray | South-East | 4.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sakraur
Sakraur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kasturi, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gonda to Sakraur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Sakraur is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakraur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakraur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sakraur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakraur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sakraur
Where is Sakraur located?
Sakraur village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakraur?
Sakraur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sakraur?
The pincode of Sakraur is 271502.
What is the population of Sakraur?
Sakraur has a total population of 4,559, including 2,342 males and 2,217 females.
How many households are there in Sakraur?
There are 733 households in Sakraur.
What is the literacy rate in Sakraur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakraur is 42.95%. Male literacy is 52.09% and female literacy is 33.29%.