Sakeri - Ambegaon, Pune
Sakeri is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 49 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 126 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Patan Group serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sakeri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakeri is 555447. The village covers a total geographical area of 1245.32 hectares and falls under the 410509 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Sakeri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakeri
As per Census 2011, Sakeri village has a total population of 274 people, consisting of 134 males and 140 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 180 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 267 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakeri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 274 | 134 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 267 | 130 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 97 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 37 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Sakeri
Sakeri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pimpari | South | 2.16 km |
| Nhaved | North-East | 3.25 km |
| Patan | North-East | 3.49 km |
| Terungan | South | 4.19 km |
| Ahupe | North-West | 4.28 km |
| Savarli | East | 4.29 km |
| Nanavade | East | 4.62 km |
| Kondhaval | South-West | 5.01 km |
| Aghane | North-East | 5.31 km |
| Phalode | South-East | 5.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sakeri
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sakeri. The nearest railway station is Shelu, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Junnar to Sakeri is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Sakeri 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 Sakeri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakeri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sakeri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakeri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sakeri
Where is Sakeri located?
Sakeri village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakeri?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakeri is Patan Group.
What is the pincode of Sakeri?
The pincode of Sakeri is 410509.
What is the population of Sakeri?
Sakeri has a total population of 274, including 134 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Sakeri?
There are 52 households in Sakeri.
What is the literacy rate in Sakeri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakeri is 65.69%. Male literacy is 72.39% and female literacy is 59.29%.