Sutrakar - Talasari, Palghar
Sutrakar is a village situated in the Talasari tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from Talasari and around 75 km from Thane. Sutrakar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sutrakar is 551550. The village covers a total geographical area of 1897 hectares and falls under the 401606 pincode. Dahanu is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sutrakar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dahanu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sutrakar
According to the 2011 Census, Sutrakar village had a total population of 8,795 people, including 4,333 males and 4,462 females, living in 1,541 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.53%, with male literacy at 67.19% and female literacy at 42.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 87, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8,633.
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 | 8,795 | 4,333 | 4,462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,619 | 797 | 822 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 41 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8,633 | 4,254 | 4,379 |
| Literate Population | 3,913 | 2,376 | 1,537 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,882 | 1,957 | 2,925 |
Nearby Villages of Sutrakar
Sutrakar 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 Sutrakar
Sutrakar 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 | 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 Dahanu to Sutrakar is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Sutrakar 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 Sutrakar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sutrakar 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 Sutrakar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sutrakar 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 Sutrakar
Where is Sutrakar located?
Sutrakar village is located in Talasari Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sutrakar?
Sutrakar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sutrakar?
The pincode of Sutrakar is 401606.
What is the population of Sutrakar?
Sutrakar had a total population of 8,795, including 4,333 males and 4,462 females.
How many households are there in Sutrakar?
Sutrakar had 1,541 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sutrakar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sutrakar was 54.53%. Male literacy was 67.19% and female literacy was 42.23%.