Saikheda
Saikheda is a village located in Sonpeth tehsil of Parbhani district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Sonpeth (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Parbhani. As per 2009 stats, Saikheda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Saikheda unique in its vibrant Sonpeth-Parbhani region. You’ll see Saikheda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Saikheda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Saikheda is 546951. The village spans a total geographical area of 581.89 hectares. Sonpeth is nearest town to Saikheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Saikheda
Population of Saikheda
According to the 2011 Census, Saikheda has a total population of about 1,269, with approximately 678 males and 591 females. The sex ratio is around 871 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 158 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 331 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.27%, with male literacy at about 70.65% and female literacy near 61.25%. There are around 259 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Saikheda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,269 | 678 | 591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 95 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 331 | 181 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 841 | 479 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 199 | 229 |
Connectivity of Saikheda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Saikheda. As per the 2011 stats, Saikheda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Saikheda
Knowing the nearby villages of Saikheda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Saikheda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Saikheda
- Where is Saikheda located?
- Saikheda village is situated in Sonpeth Tehsil, within the Parbhani district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Saikheda?
- Saikheda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Saikheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saikheda is 1,269, with 678 males and 591 females.
- How many households are there in Saikheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Saikheda village has a total of 259 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Saikheda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saikheda is 66.27%. The male literacy rate is 70.65%, while the female literacy rate is 61.25%.