Savade - Vikramgad, Palghar
Savade is a village situated in the Vikramgad tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from Vikramgad and around 90 km from Thane. Savade village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Savade is 551788. The village covers a total geographical area of 758.58 hectares and falls under the 401605 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Savade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Savade
According to the 2011 Census, Savade village had a total population of 2,926 people, including 1,442 males and 1,484 females, living in 556 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.63%, with male literacy at 68.12% and female literacy at 47.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,899.
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 | 2,926 | 1,442 | 1,484 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 509 | 272 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,899 | 1,427 | 1,472 |
| Literate Population | 1,393 | 797 | 596 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,533 | 645 | 888 |
Nearby Villages of Savade
Savade 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 Savade
Public transport in the Savade 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 Jawhar to Savade is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Savade is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Savade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Savade 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Savade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Savade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Savade
Where is Savade located?
Savade village is located in Vikramgad Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Savade?
Savade is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Savade?
The pincode of Savade is 401605.
What is the population of Savade?
Savade had a total population of 2,926, including 1,442 males and 1,484 females.
How many households are there in Savade?
Savade had 556 households.
What is the literacy rate in Savade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Savade was 57.63%. Male literacy was 68.12% and female literacy was 47.79%.