Sakat

Sakat is a village located in Barshi tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Barshi (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Sakat village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Sakat unique in its vibrant Barshi-Solapur region. You’ll see Sakat’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Sakat

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakat is 562097. The village spans a total geographical area of 1240 hectares. Barshi is nearest town to Sakat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

When it comes to local governance, Sakat village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Barshi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Sakat

According to the 2011 Census, Sakat has a total population of about 2,541, with approximately 1,347 males and 1,194 females. The sex ratio is around 886 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 251 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 398 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 15. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.25%, with male literacy at about 77.51% and female literacy near 62.06%. There are around 563 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sakat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,541 1,347 1,194
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 251 140 111
Scheduled Castes (SC) 398 193 205
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 15 7 8
Literate Population 1,785 1,044 741
Illiterate Population 756 303 453

Connectivity of Sakat

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakat. As per the 2011 stats, Sakat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sakat

Knowing the nearby villages of Sakat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakat.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sakat

Where is Sakat located?
Sakat village is situated in Barshi Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakat?
Sakat serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Sakat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakat is 2,541, with 1,347 males and 1,194 females.
How many households are there in Sakat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sakat village has a total of 563 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakat is 70.25%. The male literacy rate is 77.51%, while the female literacy rate is 62.06%.