Sawanga - Multai, Betul
Sawanga is a village situated in the Multai tehsil of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Multai and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Betul. Bandayakhapa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sawanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawanga is 486295. The village covers a total geographical area of 357.14 hectares and falls under the 460668 pincode. Multai is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sawanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Multai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawanga
According to the 2011 Census, Sawanga village had a total population of 896 people, including 444 males and 452 females, living in 179 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.77%, with male literacy at 86.19% and female literacy at 65.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 67, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 896 | 444 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 53 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 33 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 594 | 337 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 107 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Sawanga
Sawanga 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 Sawanga
Sawanga is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Sawanga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Multai to Sawanga is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Betul to Sawanga is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sawanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sawanga
Where is Sawanga located?
Sawanga village is located in Multai Tehsil, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawanga is Bandayakhapa.
What is the pincode of Sawanga?
The pincode of Sawanga is 460668.
What is the population of Sawanga?
Sawanga had a total population of 896, including 444 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Sawanga?
Sawanga had 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sawanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawanga was 75.77%. Male literacy was 86.19% and female literacy was 65.39%.