Sakor - Darlaghat, Solan
Sakor is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Beral serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sakor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakor is 020299. The village covers a total geographical area of 300.01 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Sakor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakor
According to the 2011 Census, Sakor village had a total population of 291 people, including 151 males and 140 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.55%, with male literacy at 79.37% and female literacy at 58.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 291 | 151 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 100 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 51 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Sakor
Sakor 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 Sakor
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sakor.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Sakor is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sakor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakor 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sakor
Where is Sakor located?
Sakor village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakor?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakor is Beral.
What is the pincode of Sakor?
The pincode of Sakor is 171102.
What is the population of Sakor?
Sakor had a total population of 291, including 151 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Sakor?
Sakor had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakor was 69.55%. Male literacy was 79.37% and female literacy was 58.97%.