Sakhare - Vikramgad, Palghar
Sakhare is a village situated in the Vikramgad tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from Vikramgad and around 89 km from Thane. Sakhare village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakhare is 551797. The village covers a total geographical area of 1464 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sakhare 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 Sakhare
According to the 2011 Census, Sakhare village had a total population of 2,542 people, including 1,255 males and 1,287 females, living in 471 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.45%, with male literacy at 79.01% and female literacy at 64.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,472.
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 | 2,542 | 1,255 | 1,287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 311 | 159 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,472 | 1,221 | 1,251 |
| Literate Population | 1,594 | 866 | 728 |
| Illiterate Population | 948 | 389 | 559 |
Nearby Villages of Sakhare
Sakhare 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 Sakhare
Sakhare is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sakhare is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Sakhare is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakhare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakhare village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sakhare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakhare village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sakhare
Where is Sakhare located?
Sakhare village is located in Vikramgad Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Sakhare?
Sakhare is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sakhare?
The pincode of Sakhare is 401603.
What is the population of Sakhare?
Sakhare had a total population of 2,542, including 1,255 males and 1,287 females.
How many households are there in Sakhare?
Sakhare had 471 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakhare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakhare was 71.45%. Male literacy was 79.01% and female literacy was 64.14%.