Saokhed
Saokhed is a village located in Deolgaon Raja tehsil of Buldana district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Deolgaon Raja (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Buldana. As per 2009 stats, Sawkhed Nagre is the gram panchayat of Saokhed village.
Here you can discover what makes Saokhed unique in its vibrant Deolgaon Raja-Buldana region. You’ll see Saokhed’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 Saokhed
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Saokhed is 529335. The village spans a total geographical area of 572.74 hectares. Deulgaon Raja is nearest town to Saokhed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Saokhed
Population of Saokhed
According to the 2011 Census, Saokhed has a total population of about 1,447, with approximately 735 males and 712 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 180 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 230 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.22%, with male literacy at about 78.64% and female literacy near 65.59%. There are around 325 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Saokhed's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,447 | 735 | 712 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 107 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 119 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,045 | 578 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 157 | 245 |
Connectivity of Saokhed
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Saokhed. As per the 2011 stats, Saokhed 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 Saokhed
Knowing the nearby villages of Saokhed helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Saokhed.
Frequently Asked Questions about Saokhed
- Where is Saokhed located?
- Saokhed village is situated in Deolgaon Raja Tehsil, within the Buldana district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Saokhed?
- The Gram Panchayat of Saokhed is Sawkhed Nagre (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Saokhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saokhed is 1,447, with 735 males and 712 females.
- How many households are there in Saokhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Saokhed village has a total of 325 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Saokhed as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saokhed is 72.22%. The male literacy rate is 78.64%, while the female literacy rate is 65.59%.