Sakur
Sakur is a village located in Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Malegaon (tehsildar office) and 140km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Sakur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sakur unique in its vibrant Malegaon-Nashik region. You’ll see Sakur’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 Sakur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakur is 550289. The village spans a total geographical area of 992.76 hectares. Malegaon is nearest town to Sakur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sakur 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 Nandgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dindori Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sakur
Population of Sakur
According to the 2011 Census, Sakur has a total population of about 1,562, with approximately 807 males and 755 females. The sex ratio is around 935 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 217 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 215 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 269. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.00%, with male literacy at about 76.58% and female literacy near 65.03%. There are around 349 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sakur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,562 | 807 | 755 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 118 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 113 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 136 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 1,109 | 618 | 491 |
| Illiterate Population | 453 | 189 | 264 |
Connectivity of Sakur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakur. As per the 2011 stats, Sakur 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sakur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sakur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sakur
- Where is Sakur located?
- Sakur village is situated in Malegaon Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sakur?
- Sakur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sakur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakur is 1,562, with 807 males and 755 females.
- How many households are there in Sakur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sakur village has a total of 349 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sakur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakur is 71.00%. The male literacy rate is 76.58%, while the female literacy rate is 65.03%.