Jaigaon - Khatav, Satara
Jaigaon is a village situated in the Khatav tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaduj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Jaigaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaigaon is 563516. The village covers a total geographical area of 1283 hectares and falls under the 415510 pincode. Rahimatpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Jaigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Man Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jaigaon
As per Census 2011, Jaigaon village has a total population of 2,830 people, consisting of 1,395 males and 1,435 females. The village has 583 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 339 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,914 literate and 916 illiterate residents. Additionally, 428 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jaigaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,830 | 1,395 | 1,435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 339 | 169 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 428 | 217 | 211 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,914 | 1,030 | 884 |
| Illiterate Population | 916 | 365 | 551 |
Nearby Villages of Jaigaon
Jaigaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khabalwadi | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Bhosare | North-East | 3.09 km |
| Aundh | South-East | 3.53 km |
| Ambheri | North-West | 4.07 km |
| Nandoshi | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Varud | East | 4.17 km |
| Kokarale | North | 4.30 km |
| Loni | North-East | 5.07 km |
| Velu | West | 5.32 km |
| Pawarwadi | South-West | 5.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jaigaon
Jaigaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rahimatpur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.5 km.
| 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 Rahimatpur to Jaigaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Jaigaon is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaigaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jaigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaigaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jaigaon
Where is Jaigaon located?
Jaigaon village is located in Khatav Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaigaon?
Jaigaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jaigaon?
The pincode of Jaigaon is 415510.
What is the population of Jaigaon?
Jaigaon has a total population of 2,830, including 1,395 males and 1,435 females.
How many households are there in Jaigaon?
There are 583 households in Jaigaon.
What is the literacy rate in Jaigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaigaon is 67.63%. Male literacy is 73.84% and female literacy is 61.60%.