Saka - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Saka is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Saka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saka is 477909. The village covers a total geographical area of 487.13 hectares and falls under the 451001 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Saka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saka
According to the 2011 Census, Saka village had a total population of 895 people, including 450 males and 445 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.28%, with male literacy at 33.72% and female literacy at 24.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 891.
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 | 895 | 450 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 109 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 891 | 448 | 443 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 115 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 695 | 335 | 360 |
Nearby Villages of Saka
Saka 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 Saka
Saka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Jhiranya to Saka is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Saka is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saka 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 Saka
Where is Saka located?
Saka village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saka?
Saka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saka?
The pincode of Saka is 451001.
What is the population of Saka?
Saka had a total population of 895, including 450 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Saka?
Saka had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saka was 29.28%. Male literacy was 33.72% and female literacy was 24.85%.