Sarakandar
Sarakandar is a village located in Gazole subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.3km away from sub-district headquarter Gazole (tehsildar office) and 28.5km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Gazole Ii is the gram panchayat of Sarakandar village.
Sarakandar has its own place in the vibrant Maldah 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 Sarakandar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarakandar is 312593. The village spans a total geographical area of 116.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732124. Old Malda is nearest town to Sarakandar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Sarakandar
Below is a concise population overview of Sarakandar 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 | 775 | 395 | 380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 55 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 154 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 403 | 199 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 330 | 195 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 445 | 200 | 245 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sarakandar village:
- The total population of Sarakandar village is around 775, including approximately 395 males and 380 females, with a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 108 children aged 0–6 years in Sarakandar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sarakandar village has 296 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 403 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sarakandar village is about 42.58%, with male literacy at 49.37% and female literacy at 35.53%.
- There are around 173 households in Sarakandar village.
Connectivity of Sarakandar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarakandar. As per the 2011 stats, Sarakandar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sarakandar
Knowing the nearby villages of Sarakandar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarakandar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sarakandar
- Where is Sarakandar located?
- Sarakandar village is situated in Gazole Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sarakandar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sarakandar is Gazole Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sarakandar?
- The pincode of Sarakandar is 732124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sarakandar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarakandar is 775, with 395 males and 380 females.
- How many households are there in Sarakandar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sarakandar village has a total of 173 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sarakandar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarakandar is 42.58%. The male literacy rate is 49.37%, while the female literacy rate is 35.53%.