Sakvad
Sakvad is a village located in Shirpur tehsil of Dhule district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Shirpur (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Dhule. As per 2009 stats, Sakvad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sakvad unique in its vibrant Shirpur-Dhule region. You’ll see Sakvad’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 Sakvad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakvad is 526058. The village spans a total geographical area of 486.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 420405. Shirpur is nearest town to Sakvad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Sakvad
Population of Sakvad
According to the 2011 Census, Sakvad has a total population of about 1,082, with approximately 543 males and 539 females. The sex ratio is around 992 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 151 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 8 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 708. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.07%, with male literacy at about 68.69% and female literacy near 51.39%. There are around 222 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sakvad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,082 | 543 | 539 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 73 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 708 | 349 | 359 |
| Literate Population | 650 | 373 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 170 | 262 |
Connectivity of Sakvad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakvad. As per the 2011 stats, Sakvad 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 Sakvad
Knowing the nearby villages of Sakvad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakvad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sakvad
- Where is Sakvad located?
- Sakvad village is situated in Shirpur Tehsil, within the Dhule district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sakvad?
- Sakvad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sakvad?
- The pincode of Sakvad is 420405, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sakvad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakvad is 1,082, with 543 males and 539 females.
- How many households are there in Sakvad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sakvad village has a total of 222 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sakvad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakvad is 60.07%. The male literacy rate is 68.69%, while the female literacy rate is 51.39%.