Sakhara - Sengaon, Hingoli
Sakhara is a village situated in the Sengaon tehsil of Hingoli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sengaon and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Hingoli. Sakhara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakhara is 545722. The village covers a total geographical area of 1226.98 hectares and falls under the 431542 pincode. Hingoli is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Sakhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hingoli Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Sakhara
As per Census 2011, Sakhara village has a total population of 3,003 people, consisting of 1,572 males and 1,431 females. The village has 616 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 422 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,930 literate and 1,073 illiterate residents. Additionally, 913 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakhara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,003 | 1,572 | 1,431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 422 | 236 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 913 | 487 | 426 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,930 | 1,132 | 798 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,073 | 440 | 633 |
Nearby Villages of Sakhara
Sakhara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uti Bramhachari | South-East | 2.60 km |
| Kelsula | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Kahakar Kh | North-East | 3.64 km |
| Hiwarkheda | West | 4.22 km |
| Jaipur | North | 4.48 km |
| Holgira | South | 4.66 km |
| Patoda | South-East | 4.72 km |
| Shinagi (khamba) | East | 5.13 km |
| Weltura | North | 5.49 km |
| Kondwada | East | 5.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sakhara
Sakhara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Malsailu, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.3 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 Hingoli to Sakhara is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hingoli to Sakhara is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sakhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sakhara
Where is Sakhara located?
Sakhara village is located in Sengaon Tehsil, Hingoli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakhara?
Sakhara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sakhara?
The pincode of Sakhara is 431542.
What is the population of Sakhara?
Sakhara has a total population of 3,003, including 1,572 males and 1,431 females.
How many households are there in Sakhara?
There are 616 households in Sakhara.
What is the literacy rate in Sakhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakhara is 64.27%. Male literacy is 72.01% and female literacy is 55.77%.