Sakra - Maunath Bhanjan, Mau
Sakra is a village situated in the Maunath Bhanjan tehsil of Mau district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maunath Bhanjan and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Mau. Sakra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakra is 197018. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.68 hectares and falls under the 221705 pincode.
Sakra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mau Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghosi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakra
As per Census 2011, Sakra village has a total population of 897 people, consisting of 459 males and 438 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 599 literate and 298 illiterate residents. Additionally, 256 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 74 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 897 | 459 | 438 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 66 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 256 | 132 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 599 | 345 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 114 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Sakra
Sakra 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 Sakra
Sakra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Sakra has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mau to Sakra is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sakra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakra 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sakra
Where is Sakra located?
Sakra village is located in Maunath Bhanjan Tehsil, Mau district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakra?
Sakra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sakra?
The pincode of Sakra is 221705.
What is the population of Sakra?
Sakra has a total population of 897, including 459 males and 438 females.
How many households are there in Sakra?
There are 127 households in Sakra.
What is the literacy rate in Sakra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakra is 66.78%. Male literacy is 75.16% and female literacy is 57.99%.