Sakore - Ambegaon, Pune
Sakore is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Sakore village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakore is 555500. The village covers a total geographical area of 438 hectares and falls under the 410515 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sakore 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 Sakore
According to the 2011 Census, Sakore village had a total population of 1,550 people, including 772 males and 778 females, living in 326 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.53%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 78.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 1,550 | 772 | 778 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 86 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,194 | 637 | 557 |
| Illiterate Population | 356 | 135 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Sakore
Sakore 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 Sakore
Public transport in the Sakore 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 Junnar to Sakore is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Sakore is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakore
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakore village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sakore
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakore village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sakore
Where is Sakore located?
Sakore village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Sakore?
Sakore is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sakore?
The pincode of Sakore is 410515.
What is the population of Sakore?
Sakore had a total population of 1,550, including 772 males and 778 females.
How many households are there in Sakore?
Sakore had 326 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakore?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakore was 85.53%. Male literacy was 92.86% and female literacy was 78.45%.