Saujana - Babulgaon, Yavatmal
Saujana is a village situated in the Babulgaon tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Babulgaon and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Ashtrampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saujana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saujana is 542114. The village covers a total geographical area of 247.99 hectares and falls under the 445101 pincode. Yavatmal is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Saujana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ralegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saujana
As per Census 2011, Saujana village has a total population of 617 people, consisting of 318 males and 299 females. The village has 162 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 498 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 161 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saujana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 617 | 318 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 83 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 498 | 271 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 47 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Saujana
Saujana is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Wagholi | South-East | 1.27 km |
| Raipur | West | 1.42 km |
| Apti | East | 2.08 km |
| Ashtarampur | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Borgaon Dhande | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Jodhapur | West | 2.52 km |
| Isapur | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Dahegaon (dhande) | South-East | 2.92 km |
| Warud | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Hamdapur | East | 3.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saujana
Public transport in the Saujana is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pulgaon Jn, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Yavatmal to Saujana is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saujana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saujana 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Saujana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saujana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saujana
Where is Saujana located?
Saujana village is located in Babulgaon Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saujana?
The Gram Panchayat of Saujana is Ashtrampur.
What is the pincode of Saujana?
The pincode of Saujana is 445101.
What is the population of Saujana?
Saujana has a total population of 617, including 318 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Saujana?
There are 162 households in Saujana.
What is the literacy rate in Saujana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saujana is 80.71%. Male literacy is 85.22% and female literacy is 75.92%.