Saikhed - Darwha, Yavatmal
Saikhed is a village situated in the Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darwha and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Saikhed village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saikhed is 542577. The village covers a total geographical area of 349.07 hectares and falls under the 445202 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Saikhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saikhed
According to the 2011 Census, Saikhed village had a total population of 1,917 people, including 951 males and 966 females, living in 469 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.38%, with male literacy at 90.78% and female literacy at 71.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 459, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,917 | 951 | 966 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 105 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 459 | 233 | 226 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,377 | 768 | 609 |
| Illiterate Population | 540 | 183 | 357 |
Nearby Villages of Saikhed
Saikhed 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 Saikhed
Saikhed is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Darwha to Saikhed is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Saikhed is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saikhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saikhed 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 Saikhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saikhed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saikhed
Where is Saikhed located?
Saikhed village is located in Darwha Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Saikhed?
Saikhed is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saikhed?
The pincode of Saikhed is 445202.
What is the population of Saikhed?
Saikhed had a total population of 1,917, including 951 males and 966 females.
How many households are there in Saikhed?
Saikhed had 469 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saikhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saikhed was 81.38%. Male literacy was 90.78% and female literacy was 71.99%.