Sari - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Sari is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Sari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sari is 525072. The village covers a total geographical area of 1097 hectares and falls under the 425452 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Sari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sari
According to the 2011 Census, Sari village had a total population of 2,664 people, including 1,356 males and 1,308 females, living in 434 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.49%, with male literacy at 60.97% and female literacy at 49.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,647.
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 | 2,664 | 1,356 | 1,308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 449 | 244 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,647 | 1,347 | 1,300 |
| Literate Population | 1,229 | 678 | 551 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,435 | 678 | 757 |
Nearby Villages of Sari
Sari 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 Sari
Sari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talode to Sari is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Sari is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sari 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sari
Where is Sari located?
Sari village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sari?
Sari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sari?
The pincode of Sari is 425452.
What is the population of Sari?
Sari had a total population of 2,664, including 1,356 males and 1,308 females.
How many households are there in Sari?
Sari had 434 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sari was 55.49%. Male literacy was 60.97% and female literacy was 49.95%.