Sawanga Vithoba - Chandur Railway, Amravati
Sawanga Vithoba is a village situated in the Chandur Railway tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandur Railway and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Sawanga Vithoba village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawanga Vithoba is 533184. The village covers a total geographical area of 752.55 hectares and falls under the 444904 pincode. Chandur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sawanga Vithoba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sawanga Vithoba
As per Census 2011, Sawanga Vithoba village has a total population of 1,370 people, consisting of 685 males and 685 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,055 literate and 315 illiterate residents. Additionally, 505 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawanga Vithoba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,370 | 685 | 685 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 66 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 505 | 254 | 251 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 1,055 | 567 | 488 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 118 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Sawanga Vithoba
Sawanga Vithoba 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mota (u) | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Hatla | West | 2.67 km |
| Lalkhed | South-West | 3.00 km |
| Chirodi | North-East | 3.27 km |
| Bramhi | East | 4.09 km |
| Baslapur | East | 4.85 km |
| Malkhed | South-West | 4.92 km |
| Pohara | North-West | 4.93 km |
| Kastura | West | 4.99 km |
| Gaurkheda | East | 5.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sawanga Vithoba
Sawanga Vithoba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malkhed, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandur to Sawanga Vithoba is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Sawanga Vithoba is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawanga Vithoba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawanga Vithoba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sawanga Vithoba
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 Vithoba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sawanga Vithoba
Where is Sawanga Vithoba located?
Sawanga Vithoba village is located in Chandur Railway Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawanga Vithoba?
Sawanga Vithoba is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sawanga Vithoba?
The pincode of Sawanga Vithoba is 444904.
What is the population of Sawanga Vithoba?
Sawanga Vithoba has a total population of 1,370, including 685 males and 685 females.
How many households are there in Sawanga Vithoba?
There are 343 households in Sawanga Vithoba.
What is the literacy rate in Sawanga Vithoba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawanga Vithoba is 77.01%. Male literacy is 82.77% and female literacy is 71.24%.