Sarkhola
Sarkhola is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.7km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 28.9km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Dadpur is the gram panchayat of Sarkhola village.
Sarkhola has its own place in the vibrant Hugli 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 Sarkhola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarkhola is 325208. The village spans a total geographical area of 51.85 hectares. Chunchura is nearest town to Sarkhola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sarkhola village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Sarkhola
Below is a concise population overview of Sarkhola as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 479 | 232 | 247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 146 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 147 | 68 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 296 | 168 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 64 | 119 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sarkhola village:
- The total population of Sarkhola village is around 479, including approximately 232 males and 247 females, with a sex ratio of 1064 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 50 children aged 0–6 years in Sarkhola village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sarkhola village has 296 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 147 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sarkhola village is about 61.80%, with male literacy at 72.41% and female literacy at 51.82%.
- There are around 109 households in Sarkhola village.
Connectivity of Sarkhola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarkhola. As per the 2011 stats, Sarkhola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sarkhola
Knowing the nearby villages of Sarkhola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarkhola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sarkhola
- Where is Sarkhola located?
- Sarkhola village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sarkhola?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sarkhola is Dadpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sarkhola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarkhola is 479, with 232 males and 247 females.
- How many households are there in Sarkhola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sarkhola village has a total of 109 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sarkhola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarkhola is 61.80%. The male literacy rate is 72.41%, while the female literacy rate is 51.82%.