Sagur - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Sagur is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Sagur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sagur is 477418. The village covers a total geographical area of 1081.77 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sagur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sagur
According to the 2011 Census, Sagur village had a total population of 1,743 people, including 908 males and 835 females, living in 385 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.96%, with male literacy at 74.45% and female literacy at 52.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 169, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 681.
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 | 1,743 | 908 | 835 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 129 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 85 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 681 | 344 | 337 |
| Literate Population | 953 | 580 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 790 | 328 | 462 |
Nearby Villages of Sagur
Sagur 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 Sagur
Sagur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Khargone to Sagur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sagur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sagur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sagur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sagur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sagur
Where is Sagur located?
Sagur village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sagur?
Sagur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sagur?
The pincode of Sagur is 451331.
What is the population of Sagur?
Sagur had a total population of 1,743, including 908 males and 835 females.
How many households are there in Sagur?
Sagur had 385 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sagur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sagur was 63.96%. Male literacy was 74.45% and female literacy was 52.46%.