Sarjekot - Malwan, Sindhudurg
Sarjekot is a village situated in the Malwan tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malwan and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Miryabanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarjekot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarjekot is 566526. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.7 hectares and falls under the 416626 pincode. Malwan is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Sarjekot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kudal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarjekot
According to the 2011 Census, Sarjekot village had a total population of 1,004 people, including 523 males and 481 females, living in 275 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.76%, with male literacy at 95.28% and female literacy at 92.08%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,004 | 523 | 481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 36 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 871 | 464 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 59 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Sarjekot
Sarjekot 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 Sarjekot
Sarjekot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malwan to Sarjekot is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Sarjekot is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarjekot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarjekot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sarjekot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarjekot 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 Sarjekot
Where is Sarjekot located?
Sarjekot village is located in Malwan Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarjekot?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarjekot is Miryabanda.
What is the pincode of Sarjekot?
The pincode of Sarjekot is 416626.
What is the population of Sarjekot?
Sarjekot had a total population of 1,004, including 523 males and 481 females.
How many households are there in Sarjekot?
Sarjekot had 275 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarjekot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarjekot was 93.76%. Male literacy was 95.28% and female literacy was 92.08%.