Sawkheda - Khandwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Sawkheda is a village situated in the Khandwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Khandwa, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Sawkheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawkheda is 505741. The village covers a total geographical area of 1124.89 hectares and falls under the 450991 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sawkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khandwa Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Sawkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Sawkheda village had a total population of 1,898 people, including 985 males and 913 females, living in 390 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.87%, with male literacy at 87.01% and female literacy at 59.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 497, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 132.
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 | 1,898 | 985 | 913 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 138 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 497 | 274 | 223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 69 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 1,207 | 737 | 470 |
| Illiterate Population | 691 | 248 | 443 |
Nearby Villages of Sawkheda
Sawkheda 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 Sawkheda
Sawkheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Sawkheda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khandwa to Sawkheda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sawkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawkheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sawkheda
Where is Sawkheda located?
Sawkheda village is located in Khandwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawkheda?
Sawkheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sawkheda?
The pincode of Sawkheda is 450991.
What is the population of Sawkheda?
Sawkheda had a total population of 1,898, including 985 males and 913 females.
How many households are there in Sawkheda?
Sawkheda had 390 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sawkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawkheda was 73.87%. Male literacy was 87.01% and female literacy was 59.72%.