Sakojhora
About Sakojhora
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sakojhora village is 307421. Sakojhora village is located in Dhupguri subdivision of Jalpaiguri district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 20.1km away from sub-district headquarter Dhupguri (tehsildar office) and 50.7km away from district headquarter Jalpaiguri . As per 2009 stats, Sakoyajhora I is the gram panchayat of Sakojhora village.
The total geographical area of village is 467.42 hectares. Sakojhora has a total population of 5,586 peoples, out of which male population is 2,860 while female population is 2,726. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 953 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sakojhora village is 69.67% out of which 74.30% males and 64.82% females are literate. There are about 1,276 houses in sakojhora village.
When it comes to administration, Sakojhora village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sakojhora village comes under Madarihat Vidhan Sabha constituency & Alipurduars Lok Sabha constituency. Gayerkata is nearest town to sakojhora village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Sakojhora
The population details of Sakojhora cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,586 | 2,860 | 2,726 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 625 | 302 | 323 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,314 | 693 | 621 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,008 | 516 | 492 |
| Literate Population | 3,892 | 2,125 | 1,767 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,694 | 735 | 959 |
Connectivity of Sakojhora
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sakojhora
Where is Sakojhora located?
Sakojhora village is situated in Dhupguri Subdivision, within the Jalpaiguri district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakojhora?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakojhora is Sakoyajhora I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sakojhora as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakojhora is 5,586, with 2,860 males and 2,726 females.
How many households are there in Sakojhora as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sakojhora village has a total of 1,276 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakojhora as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakojhora is 69.67%. The male literacy rate is 74.30%, while the female literacy rate is 64.82%.