Sakora - Nandgaon, Nashik
Sakora is a village situated in the Nandgaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandgaon and around 126 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Sakora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakora is 550376. The village covers a total geographical area of 4809 hectares and falls under the 423106 pincode. Nandgaon is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Sakora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nandgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakora
As per Census 2011, Sakora village has a total population of 8,548 people, consisting of 4,491 males and 4,057 females. The village has 1,707 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,033 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,036 literate and 2,512 illiterate residents. Additionally, 357 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,360 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,548 | 4,491 | 4,057 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,033 | 533 | 500 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 357 | 186 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,360 | 1,263 | 1,097 |
| Literate Population | 6,036 | 3,499 | 2,537 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,512 | 992 | 1,520 |
Nearby Villages of Sakora
Sakora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Doctorwadi | South-East | 5.13 km |
| Babhulwadi | South-East | 5.71 km |
| Nandgaon | South-West | 5.78 km |
| Pimprale | North-West | 5.95 km |
| Muldongari | East | 6.04 km |
| Jamdari | North | 6.56 km |
| Chandore | East | 7.30 km |
| Pokhari (pa.) | South | 7.30 km |
| Jalgaon Kh. | South-East | 8.09 km |
| Sakuri(nimbait) | North-West | 8.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sakora
Sakora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nandgaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nandgaon to Sakora is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Sakora is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sakora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakora 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sakora
Where is Sakora located?
Sakora village is located in Nandgaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakora?
Sakora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sakora?
The pincode of Sakora is 423106.
What is the population of Sakora?
Sakora has a total population of 8,548, including 4,491 males and 4,057 females.
How many households are there in Sakora?
There are 1,707 households in Sakora.
What is the literacy rate in Sakora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakora is 70.61%. Male literacy is 77.91% and female literacy is 62.53%.