Jaitane - Sakri, Dhule
Jaitane is a village situated in the Sakri tehsil of Dhule district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakri and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Dhule. Jaitane village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaitane is 526284. The village covers a total geographical area of 2220 hectares and falls under the 424305 pincode. Nandurbar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Jaitane village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jaitane
As per Census 2011, Jaitane village has a total population of 12,515 people, consisting of 6,427 males and 6,088 females. The village has 2,483 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,579 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,619 literate and 4,896 illiterate residents. Additionally, 582 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,519 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jaitane are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,515 | 6,427 | 6,088 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,579 | 819 | 760 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 582 | 293 | 289 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,519 | 789 | 730 |
| Literate Population | 7,619 | 4,332 | 3,287 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,896 | 2,095 | 2,801 |
Nearby Villages of Jaitane
Jaitane is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Akhade | North-East | 4.39 km |
| Runmali | North-West | 4.48 km |
| Rojgaon | East | 4.66 km |
| Khudane | South-West | 4.93 km |
| Vajadare | North | 5.75 km |
| Ubharandi | East | 5.75 km |
| Bhamer | South | 6.21 km |
| Varsus | North-West | 7.04 km |
| Khori | North | 7.53 km |
| Vaskhedi | West | 7.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jaitane
Jaitane is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Choupale, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nandurbar to Jaitane is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhule to Jaitane is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaitane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaitane village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jaitane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaitane village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jaitane
Where is Jaitane located?
Jaitane village is located in Sakri Tehsil, Dhule district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaitane?
Jaitane is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jaitane?
The pincode of Jaitane is 424305.
What is the population of Jaitane?
Jaitane has a total population of 12,515, including 6,427 males and 6,088 females.
How many households are there in Jaitane?
There are 2,483 households in Jaitane.
What is the literacy rate in Jaitane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaitane is 60.88%. Male literacy is 67.40% and female literacy is 53.99%.