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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Sakur village has a total population of 1,380 people, consisting of 427 males and 953 females. The village has 225 households and a sex ratio of 2,231 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 924 literate and 456 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,326 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakur are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Sakur?
Sakur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sakur?
The pincode of Sakur is 401603.
What is the population of Sakur?
Sakur has a total population of 1,380, including 427 males and 953 females.
How many households are there in Sakur?
There are 225 households in Sakur.
What is the literacy rate in Sakur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakur is 66.96%. Male literacy is 57.61% and female literacy is 71.14%.