Sagartirtha - Vengurla, Sindhudurg
Sagartirtha is a village situated in the Vengurla tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vengurla and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Sagartirtha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sagartirtha is 566697. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.04 hectares and falls under the 416518 pincode. Vengurla is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sagartirtha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawantwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sagartirtha
According to the 2011 Census, Sagartirtha village had a total population of 440 people, including 216 males and 224 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 1,037 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.03%, with male literacy at 94.33% and female literacy at 82.13%.
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 | 440 | 216 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 353 | 183 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 33 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Sagartirtha
Sagartirtha 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 Sagartirtha
Sagartirtha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Vengurla to Sagartirtha is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Sagartirtha is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sagartirtha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sagartirtha 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sagartirtha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sagartirtha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sagartirtha
Where is Sagartirtha located?
Sagartirtha village is located in Vengurla Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sagartirtha?
Sagartirtha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sagartirtha?
The pincode of Sagartirtha is 416518.
What is the population of Sagartirtha?
Sagartirtha had a total population of 440, including 216 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Sagartirtha?
Sagartirtha had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sagartirtha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sagartirtha was 88.03%. Male literacy was 94.33% and female literacy was 82.13%.