Saknur

Saknur is a village located in Mukhed tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Mukhed (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Saknur village is also a gram panchayat.

Saknur has its own place in the vibrant Nanded region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Saknur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Saknur is 545539. The village spans a total geographical area of 1048 hectares. Mukhed is nearest town to Saknur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

When it comes to local governance, Saknur 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 Mukhed Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nanded Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Saknur

Below is a concise population overview of Saknur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,116 1,667 1,449
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 443 229 214
Scheduled Castes (SC) 529 282 247
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 295 149 146
Literate Population 1,715 1,052 663
Illiterate Population 1,401 615 786

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Saknur village:

  • The total population of Saknur village is around 3,116, including approximately 1,667 males and 1,449 females, with a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 443 children aged 0–6 years in Saknur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Saknur village has 529 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 295 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Saknur village is about 55.04%, with male literacy at 63.11% and female literacy at 45.76%.
  • There are around 600 households in Saknur village.

Connectivity of Saknur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Saknur. As per the 2011 stats, Saknur 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Saknur

Knowing the nearby villages of Saknur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Saknur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Saknur

Where is Saknur located?
Saknur village is situated in Mukhed Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saknur?
Saknur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Saknur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saknur is 3,116, with 1,667 males and 1,449 females.
How many households are there in Saknur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Saknur village has a total of 600 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saknur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saknur is 55.04%. The male literacy rate is 63.11%, while the female literacy rate is 45.76%.