Saiwan - Dahanu, Palghar
Saiwan is a village situated in the Dahanu tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 45 km from Dahanu and around 80 km from Thane. Saiwan Gr. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saiwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saiwan is 551659. The village covers a total geographical area of 894 hectares and falls under the 401602 pincode. Dahanu is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Saiwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dahanu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saiwan
As per Census 2011, Saiwan village has a total population of 2,266 people, consisting of 1,126 males and 1,140 females. The village has 419 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 324 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,170 literate and 1,096 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,143 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saiwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,266 | 1,126 | 1,140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 324 | 160 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,143 | 1,060 | 1,083 |
| Literate Population | 1,170 | 702 | 468 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,096 | 424 | 672 |
Nearby Villages of Saiwan
Saiwan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Saiwan
Saiwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dahanu to Saiwan is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Saiwan is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saiwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saiwan 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 Saiwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saiwan 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Saiwan
Where is Saiwan located?
Saiwan village is located in Dahanu Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saiwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Saiwan is Saiwan Gr..
What is the pincode of Saiwan?
The pincode of Saiwan is 401602.
What is the population of Saiwan?
Saiwan has a total population of 2,266, including 1,126 males and 1,140 females.
How many households are there in Saiwan?
There are 419 households in Saiwan.
What is the literacy rate in Saiwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saiwan is 51.63%. Male literacy is 62.34% and female literacy is 41.05%.