Saikheda - Kelapur, Yavatmal
Saikheda is a village situated in the Kelapur tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharkaoda and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Saikheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saikheda is 543443. The village covers a total geographical area of 954.3 hectares and falls under the 445302 pincode. Pandharkaoda is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Saikheda 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 Saikheda
As per Census 2011, Saikheda village has a total population of 2,535 people, consisting of 1,284 males and 1,251 females. The village has 618 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 274 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,813 literate and 722 illiterate residents. Additionally, 233 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 624 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saikheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Saikheda
Saikheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kinhi | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Morwa | South | 2.26 km |
| Wagada | West | 3.20 km |
| Nandpur | North-East | 3.25 km |
| Umari | East | 3.29 km |
| Telangtakli | South-East | 3.42 km |
| Pathari | North | 3.71 km |
| Vrindavantakli | North-West | 3.74 km |
| Kinhala | East | 4.07 km |
| Jawaharnagar | West | 4.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saikheda
Saikheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pimpalkhuti, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharkaoda to Saikheda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Saikheda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saikheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saikheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saikheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saikheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saikheda
Where is Saikheda located?
Saikheda village is located in Kelapur Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saikheda?
Saikheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saikheda?
The pincode of Saikheda is 445302.
What is the population of Saikheda?
Saikheda has a total population of 2,535, including 1,284 males and 1,251 females.
How many households are there in Saikheda?
There are 618 households in Saikheda.
What is the literacy rate in Saikheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saikheda is 71.52%. Male literacy is 77.34% and female literacy is 65.55%.