Sakaran - Biswan, Sitapur
Sakaran is a village situated in the Biswan tehsil of Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh. Sakaran village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakaran is 138074. The village covers a total geographical area of 644.05 hectares and falls under the 261202 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town.
Sakaran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Laharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sitapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakaran
As per Census 2011, Sakaran village has a total population of 5,834 people, consisting of 3,047 males and 2,787 females. The village has 977 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 930 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,963 literate and 2,871 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,673 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakaran are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,834 | 3,047 | 2,787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 930 | 495 | 435 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,673 | 870 | 803 |
| Literate Population | 2,963 | 1,826 | 1,137 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,871 | 1,221 | 1,650 |
Nearby Villages of Sakaran
Sakaran 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Umra Khurd | East | 1.76 km |
| Umra Kala | North-West | 1.81 km |
| Pyarapur | South | 2.16 km |
| Bariari | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Tarpara | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Chilhiya | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Kajipur | South | 3.19 km |
| Sumrava | East | 3.24 km |
| Dugana | North | 3.30 km |
| Gegalapur | North-West | 3.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sakaran
Sakaran is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ramaipur Halt, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Sakaran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakaran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sakaran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakaran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sakaran
Where is Sakaran located?
Sakaran village is located in Biswan Tehsil, Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakaran?
Sakaran is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sakaran?
The pincode of Sakaran is 261202.
What is the population of Sakaran?
Sakaran has a total population of 5,834, including 3,047 males and 2,787 females.
How many households are there in Sakaran?
There are 977 households in Sakaran.
What is the literacy rate in Sakaran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakaran is 50.79%. Male literacy is 59.93% and female literacy is 40.80%.