Sakar Village - Lakhtar, Surendranagar
Sakar is a village situated in the Lakhtar taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhtar and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Sakar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakar is 512186. The village covers a total geographical area of 1359.96 hectares and falls under the 363775 pincode. Wadhwan is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Sakar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakar
As per Census 2011, Sakar village has a total population of 2,703 people, consisting of 1,377 males and 1,326 females. The village has 486 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 463 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,267 literate and 1,436 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakar are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,703 | 1,377 | 1,326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 463 | 224 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 25 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 1,267 | 819 | 448 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,436 | 558 | 878 |
Nearby Villages of Sakar
Sakar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sakar
Public transport in the Sakar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wadhwan to Sakar is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Sakar is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sakar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sakar
Where is Sakar located?
Sakar village is located in Lakhtar Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakar?
Sakar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sakar?
The pincode of Sakar is 363775.
What is the population of Sakar?
Sakar has a total population of 2,703, including 1,377 males and 1,326 females.
How many households are there in Sakar?
There are 486 households in Sakar.
What is the literacy rate in Sakar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakar is 46.87%. Male literacy is 59.48% and female literacy is 33.79%.