Saikhed
About Saikhed
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Saikhed village is 542577. Saikhed village is located in Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Darwha (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Yavatmal. As per 2009 stats, Saikhed village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 349.07 hectares. Saikhed has a total population of 1,917 peoples, out of which male population is 951 while female population is 966. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1015 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of saikhed village is 71.83% out of which 80.76% males and 63.04% females are literate. There are about 469 houses in saikhed village.
When it comes to administration, Saikhed village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Saikhed village comes under Digras Vidhan Sabha constituency & Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha constituency. Darwha is nearest town to saikhed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Saikhed
The population details of Saikhed cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,917 | 951 | 966 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 225 | 105 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 459 | 233 | 226 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,377 | 768 | 609 |
| Illiterate Population | 540 | 183 | 357 |
Connectivity of Saikhed
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Saikhed
Where is Saikhed located?
Saikhed village is situated in Darwha Tehsil, within the Yavatmal district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saikhed?
Saikhed serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Saikhed as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saikhed is 1,917, with 951 males and 966 females.
How many households are there in Saikhed as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Saikhed village has a total of 469 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saikhed as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saikhed is 71.83%. The male literacy rate is 80.76%, while the female literacy rate is 63.04%.