Sakur
Sakur is a village located in Sangamner tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Sangamner (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Sakur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sakur unique in its vibrant Sangamner-Ahmadnagar region. You’ll see Sakur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sakur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakur is 557449. The village spans a total geographical area of 4805 hectares. Sangamner is nearest town to Sakur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sakur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sangamner Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shirdi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sakur
Population of Sakur
According to the 2011 Census, Sakur has a total population of about 8,974, with approximately 4,566 males and 4,408 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,223 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 772 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,768. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.56%, with male literacy at about 70.94% and female literacy near 57.96%. There are around 1,677 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sakur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,974 | 4,566 | 4,408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,223 | 652 | 571 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 772 | 379 | 393 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,768 | 874 | 894 |
| Literate Population | 5,794 | 3,239 | 2,555 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,180 | 1,327 | 1,853 |
Connectivity of Sakur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakur. As per the 2011 stats, Sakur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sakur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sakur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sakur
- Where is Sakur located?
- Sakur village is situated in Sangamner Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sakur?
- Sakur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sakur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakur is 8,974, with 4,566 males and 4,408 females.
- How many households are there in Sakur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sakur village has a total of 1,677 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sakur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakur is 64.56%. The male literacy rate is 70.94%, while the female literacy rate is 57.96%.