Sawarkhed - Barshitakli, Akola
Sawarkhed is a village situated in the Barshitakli tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshitakli and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Sawarkhed village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawarkhed is 530585. The village covers a total geographical area of 806.27 hectares and falls under the 444405 pincode. Akola is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Sawarkhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawarkhed
As per Census 2011, Sawarkhed village has a total population of 464 people, consisting of 245 males and 219 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 359 literate and 105 illiterate residents. Additionally, 298 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawarkhed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 464 | 245 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 27 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 298 | 154 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 359 | 204 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 41 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Sawarkhed
Sawarkhed 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 Sawarkhed
Sawarkhed is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Akola to Sawarkhed is about 13 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 Sawarkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawarkhed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sawarkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawarkhed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sawarkhed
Where is Sawarkhed located?
Sawarkhed village is located in Barshitakli Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawarkhed?
Sawarkhed is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sawarkhed?
The pincode of Sawarkhed is 444405.
What is the population of Sawarkhed?
Sawarkhed has a total population of 464, including 245 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Sawarkhed?
There are 122 households in Sawarkhed.
What is the literacy rate in Sawarkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawarkhed is 77.37%. Male literacy is 83.27% and female literacy is 70.78%.