Saigaon - Yevla, Nashik
Saigaon is a village situated in the Yevla tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yevla and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Saygaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saigaon is 551506. The village covers a total geographical area of 1091.16 hectares and falls under the 423402 pincode. Yevla is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Saigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yevla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saigaon
As per Census 2011, Saigaon village has a total population of 3,117 people, consisting of 1,563 males and 1,554 females. The village has 721 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 394 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,250 literate and 867 illiterate residents. Additionally, 607 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 233 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saigaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,117 | 1,563 | 1,554 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 394 | 202 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 607 | 289 | 318 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 233 | 114 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 2,250 | 1,230 | 1,020 |
| Illiterate Population | 867 | 333 | 534 |
Nearby Villages of Saigaon
Saigaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panjarwadi | South-East | 2.21 km |
| Nyaharkhede Bk. | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Vaibothi | North-East | 3.94 km |
| Dhamangaon | South-West | 4.16 km |
| Garkhede | South-East | 4.47 km |
| Agulgaon | East | 5.00 km |
| Matulthan | West | 5.51 km |
| Kautkhede | South-East | 5.57 km |
| Andarsul | South | 5.66 km |
| Nagarsul | North-West | 5.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saigaon
Public transport in the Saigaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Taru, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.6 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Yevla to Saigaon is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Saigaon is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saigaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saigaon 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Saigaon
Where is Saigaon located?
Saigaon village is located in Yevla Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Saigaon is Saygaon.
What is the pincode of Saigaon?
The pincode of Saigaon is 423402.
What is the population of Saigaon?
Saigaon has a total population of 3,117, including 1,563 males and 1,554 females.
How many households are there in Saigaon?
There are 721 households in Saigaon.
What is the literacy rate in Saigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saigaon is 72.18%. Male literacy is 78.69% and female literacy is 65.64%.