Saktu - Pali, Lalitpur
Saktu is a village situated in the Pali tehsil of Lalitpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from Mahroni and around 51 km from Lalitpur. Barchon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saktu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saktu is 153517. The village covers a total geographical area of 238.09 hectares and falls under the 284404 pincode.
Saktu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mehroni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhansi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saktu
According to the 2011 Census, Saktu village had a total population of 460 people, including 248 males and 212 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 855 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.64%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 49.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 155.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 460 | 248 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 83 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 296 | 200 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 48 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Saktu
Saktu is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Saktu
Saktu is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Lalitpur to Saktu is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saktu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saktu 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 Saktu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saktu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saktu
Where is Saktu located?
Saktu village is located in Pali Tehsil, Lalitpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saktu?
The Gram Panchayat of Saktu is Barchon.
What is the pincode of Saktu?
The pincode of Saktu is 284404.
What is the population of Saktu?
Saktu had a total population of 460, including 248 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Saktu?
Saktu had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saktu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saktu was 70.64%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 49.48%.