Sakkardara - Tumsar, Bhandara
Sakkardara is a village situated in the Tumsar tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumsar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Dhutera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sakkardara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakkardara is 536662. The village covers a total geographical area of 309.68 hectares and falls under the 441915 pincode. Tumsar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Sakkardara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sakkardara
As per Census 2011, Sakkardara village has a total population of 618 people, consisting of 307 males and 311 females. The village has 137 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 382 literate and 236 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 150 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakkardara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 618 | 307 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 150 | 70 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 382 | 200 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 107 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Sakkardara
Sakkardara 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 Sakkardara
Sakkardara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Tumsar to Sakkardara is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhandara to Sakkardara is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakkardara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakkardara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sakkardara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakkardara 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 Sakkardara
Where is Sakkardara located?
Sakkardara village is located in Tumsar Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakkardara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakkardara is Dhutera.
What is the pincode of Sakkardara?
The pincode of Sakkardara is 441915.
What is the population of Sakkardara?
Sakkardara has a total population of 618, including 307 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Sakkardara?
There are 137 households in Sakkardara.
What is the literacy rate in Sakkardara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakkardara is 61.81%. Male literacy is 65.15% and female literacy is 58.52%.