Sakar - 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sakar village had a total population of 2,703 people, including 1,377 males and 1,326 females, living in 486 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.56%, with male literacy at 71.03% and female literacy at 41.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,703, including 1,377 males and 1,326 females.
How many households are there in Sakar?
Sakar had 486 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakar was 56.56%. Male literacy was 71.03% and female literacy was 41.21%.