Sawalgaon
Sawalgaon is a village located in Kopargaon tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Kopargaon (tehsildar office) and 116km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Shinganapur is the gram panchayat of Sawalgaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Sawalgaon unique in its vibrant Kopargaon-Ahmadnagar region. You’ll see Sawalgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sawalgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sawalgaon is 557527. The village spans a total geographical area of 260.86 hectares. Kopargaon is nearest town to Sawalgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sawalgaon 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 Kopargaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shirdi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sawalgaon
Population of Sawalgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Sawalgaon has a total population of about 742, with approximately 384 males and 358 females. The sex ratio is around 932 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 101 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 114 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 169. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.02%, with male literacy at about 79.17% and female literacy near 62.29%. There are around 160 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sawalgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 742 | 384 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 54 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 63 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 93 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 527 | 304 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 80 | 135 |
Connectivity of Sawalgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sawalgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Sawalgaon 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 Sawalgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Sawalgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sawalgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sawalgaon
- Where is Sawalgaon located?
- Sawalgaon village is situated in Kopargaon Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sawalgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sawalgaon is Shinganapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sawalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sawalgaon is 742, with 384 males and 358 females.
- How many households are there in Sawalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sawalgaon village has a total of 160 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sawalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sawalgaon is 71.02%. The male literacy rate is 79.17%, while the female literacy rate is 62.29%.