Sakur - Jawhar, Palghar
Sakur is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from Jawhar and around 117 km from Thane. Sakur village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakur is 551937. The village covers a total geographical area of 315.46 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Sakur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakur
According to the 2011 Census, Sakur village had a total population of 1,380 people, including 427 males and 953 females, living in 225 households. The sex ratio was 2,232 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.64%, with male literacy at 68.33% and female literacy at 77.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,326.
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 | 1,380 | 427 | 953 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 67 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,326 | 407 | 919 |
| Literate Population | 924 | 246 | 678 |
| Illiterate Population | 456 | 181 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Sakur
Sakur 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 Sakur
Public transport in the Sakur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Sakur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Sakur is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sakur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakur 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 Sakur
Where is Sakur located?
Sakur village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Sakur?
Sakur is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sakur?
The pincode of Sakur is 401603.
What is the population of Sakur?
Sakur had a total population of 1,380, including 427 males and 953 females.
How many households are there in Sakur?
Sakur had 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakur was 74.64%. Male literacy was 68.33% and female literacy was 77.22%.