Sakur
Sakur is a village located in Jawhar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Jawhar (tehsildar office) and 117km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Sakur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sakur unique in its vibrant Jawhar-Thane region. You’ll see Sakur’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 Sakur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakur is 551937. The village spans a total geographical area of 315.46 hectares. Jawhar is nearest town to Sakur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Sakur
Population of Sakur
According to the 2011 Census, Sakur has a total population of about 1,380, with approximately 427 males and 953 females. The sex ratio is around 2231 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 142 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 16 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,326. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.96%, with male literacy at about 57.61% and female literacy near 71.14%. There are around 225 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sakur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,380 | 427 | 953 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 67 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,326 | 407 | 919 |
| Literate Population | 924 | 246 | 678 |
| Illiterate Population | 456 | 181 | 275 |
Connectivity of Sakur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakur. As per the 2011 stats, Sakur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sakur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sakur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sakur
- Where is Sakur located?
- Sakur village is situated in Jawhar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sakur?
- Sakur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sakur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakur is 1,380, with 427 males and 953 females.
- How many households are there in Sakur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sakur village has a total of 225 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sakur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakur is 66.96%. The male literacy rate is 57.61%, while the female literacy rate is 71.14%.