Sagaon - Bhiwandi, Thane
Sagaon is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Eksal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sagaon is 552554. The village covers a total geographical area of 257.19 hectares and falls under the 421302 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Sagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sagaon
As per Census 2011, Sagaon village has a total population of 573 people, consisting of 289 males and 284 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 405 literate and 168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 103 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 573 | 289 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 57 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 405 | 225 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 64 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Sagaon
Sagaon 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 Sagaon
Sagaon 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi to Sagaon is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Sagaon is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sagaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sagaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sagaon
Where is Sagaon located?
Sagaon village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Sagaon is Eksal.
What is the pincode of Sagaon?
The pincode of Sagaon is 421302.
What is the population of Sagaon?
Sagaon has a total population of 573, including 289 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Sagaon?
There are 123 households in Sagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Sagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sagaon is 70.68%. Male literacy is 77.85% and female literacy is 63.38%.