Sakegaon - Bhusawal, Jalgaon
Sakegaon is a village situated in the Bhusawal tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhusawal and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Sakegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakegaon is 527100. The village covers a total geographical area of 3312.77 hectares and falls under the 425203 pincode. Bhusaval is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Sakegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhusawal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakegaon
As per Census 2011, Sakegaon village has a total population of 9,195 people, consisting of 4,748 males and 4,447 females. The village has 2,031 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,922 literate and 3,273 illiterate residents. Additionally, 515 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 952 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,195 | 4,748 | 4,447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,138 | 612 | 526 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 515 | 261 | 254 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 952 | 487 | 465 |
| Literate Population | 5,922 | 3,294 | 2,628 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,273 | 1,454 | 1,819 |
Nearby Villages of Sakegaon
Sakegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tighre | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Jogalkhede | North-West | 3.53 km |
| Bhusawal | South-East | 3.83 km |
| Waghlud | North | 4.64 km |
| Aklud | North-East | 4.67 km |
| Anjale | North | 4.91 km |
| Vanjole | South | 5.02 km |
| Bhankhede Pr. Edlabad | North-West | 5.39 km |
| Mirgavhan | South-East | 6.08 km |
| Borawal Bk | North-West | 6.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sakegaon
Sakegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhusaval Jn, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhusaval to Sakegaon is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Sakegaon is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sakegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sakegaon
Where is Sakegaon located?
Sakegaon village is located in Bhusawal Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakegaon?
Sakegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sakegaon?
The pincode of Sakegaon is 425203.
What is the population of Sakegaon?
Sakegaon has a total population of 9,195, including 4,748 males and 4,447 females.
How many households are there in Sakegaon?
There are 2,031 households in Sakegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Sakegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakegaon is 64.40%. Male literacy is 69.38% and female literacy is 59.10%.