Sakmur - Gondpipri, Chandrapur
Sakmur is a village situated in the Gondpipri tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gondpipri and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Sakmur village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakmur is 541942. The village covers a total geographical area of 470.64 hectares and falls under the 442702 pincode. Ballarpur is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Sakmur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sakmur
According to the 2011 Census, Sakmur village had a total population of 280 people, including 146 males and 134 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.61%, with male literacy at 74.22% and female literacy at 53.91%.
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 | 280 | 146 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 95 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 51 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Sakmur
Sakmur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Bapur | West | 1.79 km |
| Heti Nandgaon | North | 2.27 km |
| Kunde Nandgaon | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Hiwara | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Chak Nandgaon | North | 3.24 km |
| Wedgaon | South-West | 3.54 km |
| Gujari | West | 3.91 km |
| Sonapur Deshpande | South-West | 5.46 km |
| Podsa | South-West | 5.48 km |
| Dhaba | North | 5.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sakmur
Sakmur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sirpur Town, while the nearest airport is Warangal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 142.5 km.
| 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 Ballarpur to Sakmur is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Sakmur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakmur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakmur 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 Sakmur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakmur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sakmur
Where is Sakmur located?
Sakmur village is located in Gondpipri Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Sakmur?
Sakmur is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sakmur?
The pincode of Sakmur is 442702.
What is the population of Sakmur?
Sakmur had a total population of 280, including 146 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Sakmur?
Sakmur had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakmur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakmur was 64.61%. Male literacy was 74.22% and female literacy was 53.91%.