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
As per Census 2011, Sagur village has a total population of 1,743 people, consisting of 908 males and 835 females. The village has 385 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 253 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 953 literate and 790 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 681 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sagur are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,743, including 908 males and 835 females.
How many households are there in Sagur?
There are 385 households in Sagur.
What is the literacy rate in Sagur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sagur is 54.68%. Male literacy is 63.88% and female literacy is 44.67%.