Saiwan - Vasai, Palghar
Saiwan is a village situated in the Vasai tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from Vasai and around 49 km from Thane. Saivan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saiwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saiwan is 552421. The village covers a total geographical area of 814.64 hectares and falls under the 401303 pincode. Virar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Saiwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Boisar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saiwan
As per Census 2011, Saiwan village has a total population of 2,647 people, consisting of 1,329 males and 1,318 females. The village has 581 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 446 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,340 literate and 1,307 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,301 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saiwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,647 | 1,329 | 1,318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 446 | 230 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,301 | 1,134 | 1,167 |
| Literate Population | 1,340 | 758 | 582 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,307 | 571 | 736 |
Nearby Villages of Saiwan
Saiwan 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 Saiwan
Saiwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Virar to Saiwan is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Saiwan is about 49 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 Saiwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saiwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saiwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saiwan 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saiwan
Where is Saiwan located?
Saiwan village is located in Vasai Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saiwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Saiwan is Saivan.
What is the pincode of Saiwan?
The pincode of Saiwan is 401303.
What is the population of Saiwan?
Saiwan has a total population of 2,647, including 1,329 males and 1,318 females.
How many households are there in Saiwan?
There are 581 households in Saiwan.
What is the literacy rate in Saiwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saiwan is 50.62%. Male literacy is 57.04% and female literacy is 44.16%.