Sakra - Bansi, Siddharthnagar
Sakra is a village situated in the Bansi tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansi and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Sihorwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sakra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakra is 177566. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.63 hectares and falls under the 272152 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
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 Bansi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakra
As per Census 2011, Sakra village has a total population of 360 people, consisting of 155 males and 205 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 1,322 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 194 literate and 166 illiterate residents. Additionally, 160 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 360 | 155 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 71 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 91 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 64 | 102 |
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.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siddharthnagar to Sakra is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Sakra is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sakra
Where is Sakra located?
Sakra village is located in Bansi Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakra?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakra is Sihorwa.
What is the pincode of Sakra?
The pincode of Sakra is 272152.
What is the population of Sakra?
Sakra has a total population of 360, including 155 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Sakra?
There are 65 households in Sakra.
What is the literacy rate in Sakra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakra is 53.89%. Male literacy is 58.71% and female literacy is 50.24%.