Saikhed

Saikhed is a village located in Kelapur tehsil of Yavatmal district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Pandharkaoda (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Yavatmal. As per 2009 stats, Saikheda is the gram panchayat of Saikhed village.

Saikhed has its own place in the vibrant Yavatmal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Saikhed

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Saikhed is 543443. The village spans a total geographical area of 954.3 hectares. Pandharkaoda is nearest town to Saikhed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

When it comes to local governance, Saikhed village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ralegaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Saikhed

Below is a concise population overview of Saikhed as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,535 1,284 1,251
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 274 150 124
Scheduled Castes (SC) 233 117 116
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 624 315 309
Literate Population 1,813 993 820
Illiterate Population 722 291 431

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Saikhed village:

  • The total population of Saikhed village is around 2,535, including approximately 1,284 males and 1,251 females, with a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 274 children aged 0–6 years in Saikhed village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Saikhed village has 233 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 624 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Saikhed village is about 71.52%, with male literacy at 77.34% and female literacy at 65.55%.
  • There are around 618 households in Saikhed village.

Connectivity of Saikhed

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Saikhed. As per the 2011 stats, Saikhed had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Saikhed

Knowing the nearby villages of Saikhed helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Saikhed.

Frequently Asked Questions about Saikhed

Where is Saikhed located?
Saikhed village is situated in Kelapur Tehsil, within the Yavatmal district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saikhed?
The Gram Panchayat of Saikhed is Saikheda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Saikhed as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saikhed is 2,535, with 1,284 males and 1,251 females.
How many households are there in Saikhed as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Saikhed village has a total of 618 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saikhed as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saikhed is 71.52%. The male literacy rate is 77.34%, while the female literacy rate is 65.55%.