Sakona

Sakona is a village located in Mangolkote subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.5km away from sub-district headquarter Nutanhat (tehsildar office) and 31.9km away from district headquarter Barddhaman. As per 2009 stats, Jhilu Ii is the gram panchayat of Sakona village.

Sakona has its own place in the vibrant Barddhaman region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sakona

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakona is 319099. The village spans a total geographical area of 68.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713147. Katwa is nearest town to Sakona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.

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Population of Sakona

Below is a concise population overview of Sakona as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,066 558 508
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 141 74 67
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 756 406 350
Illiterate Population 310 152 158

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sakona village:

  • The total population of Sakona village is around 1,066, including approximately 558 males and 508 females, with a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 141 children aged 0–6 years in Sakona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Sakona village is about 70.92%, with male literacy at 72.76% and female literacy at 68.90%.
  • There are around 224 households in Sakona village.

Connectivity of Sakona

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakona. As per the 2011 stats, Sakona had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sakona

Knowing the nearby villages of Sakona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakona.

Halimpur Jhilu Banpara Mangalkot Purbba Nayapara Sankarpur Babladihi Palsona Thengapara Bebucha Bhatpara

Frequently Asked Questions about Sakona

Where is Sakona located?
Sakona village is situated in Mangolkote Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakona?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakona is Jhilu Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sakona?
The pincode of Sakona is 713147, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sakona as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakona is 1,066, with 558 males and 508 females.
How many households are there in Sakona as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sakona village has a total of 224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakona as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakona is 70.92%. The male literacy rate is 72.76%, while the female literacy rate is 68.90%.