Sakware - Adokgre, North Garo Hills
Sakware is a village situated in the Adokgre subdivision of North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 21 km from Kharkutta and around 120 km from Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakware is 275042. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Kharkutta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakware
According to the 2011 Census, Sakware village had a total population of 307 people, including 164 males and 143 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.50%, with male literacy at 89.05% and female literacy at 85.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 305.
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 | 307 | 164 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 27 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 305 | 162 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 122 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 42 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Sakware
Sakware 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 Sakware
Sakware 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Sakware is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakware
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakware village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sakware
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakware village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sakware
Where is Sakware located?
Sakware village is located in Adokgre Subdivision, North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sakware?
The pincode of Sakware is 794110.
What is the population of Sakware?
Sakware had a total population of 307, including 164 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Sakware?
Sakware had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakware?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakware was 87.50%. Male literacy was 89.05% and female literacy was 85.83%.