Saigaon - Bhiwandi, Thane
Saigaon is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Asnoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saigaon is 552503. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.87 hectares and falls under the 421302 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Saigaon 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 Saigaon
According to the 2011 Census, Saigaon village had a total population of 253 people, including 126 males and 127 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.50%, with male literacy at 93.75% and female literacy at 81.67%.
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 | 253 | 126 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 105 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 21 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Saigaon
Saigaon 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 Saigaon
Public transport in the Saigaon 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 Bhiwandi to Saigaon is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Saigaon is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saigaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saigaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Saigaon
Where is Saigaon located?
Saigaon village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Saigaon is Asnoli.
What is the pincode of Saigaon?
The pincode of Saigaon is 421302.
What is the population of Saigaon?
Saigaon had a total population of 253, including 126 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Saigaon?
Saigaon had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saigaon was 87.50%. Male literacy was 93.75% and female literacy was 81.67%.