Saundane - Malegaon, Nashik
Saundane is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Saundane village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saundane is 550239. The village covers a total geographical area of 1774 hectares and falls under the 423208 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Saundane village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saundane
As per Census 2011, Saundane village has a total population of 7,603 people, consisting of 4,000 males and 3,603 females. The village has 1,510 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 936 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,746 literate and 1,857 illiterate residents. Additionally, 429 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,581 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saundane are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,603 | 4,000 | 3,603 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 936 | 514 | 422 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 429 | 222 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,581 | 863 | 718 |
| Literate Population | 5,746 | 3,206 | 2,540 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,857 | 794 | 1,063 |
Nearby Villages of Saundane
Saundane 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nandgaon | North-West | 3.25 km |
| Takali | East | 3.34 km |
| Varhale | South | 3.44 km |
| Shirsondi | South-East | 3.60 km |
| Nandgaon Kh. | North | 4.25 km |
| Tisgaon | South-West | 4.69 km |
| Vake | North-East | 5.15 km |
| Manjare | South-East | 5.35 km |
| Umarane | South-West | 6.82 km |
| Aghar Kh | North | 6.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saundane
Saundane is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Manmad Jn, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malegaon to Saundane is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Saundane is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saundane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saundane 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 Saundane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saundane 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saundane
Where is Saundane located?
Saundane village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saundane?
Saundane is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saundane?
The pincode of Saundane is 423208.
What is the population of Saundane?
Saundane has a total population of 7,603, including 4,000 males and 3,603 females.
How many households are there in Saundane?
There are 1,510 households in Saundane.
What is the literacy rate in Saundane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saundane is 75.58%. Male literacy is 80.15% and female literacy is 70.50%.