Sawla - Dhamangaon Railway, Amravati
Sawla is a village situated in the Dhamangaon Railway tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhamangaon Railway and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Sawla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawla is 533353. The village covers a total geographical area of 827 hectares and falls under the 444709 pincode. Dattapur Dhamangaon is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Sawla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhamamgaon railway Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawla
As per Census 2011, Sawla village has a total population of 1,180 people, consisting of 618 males and 562 females. The village has 306 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 955 literate and 225 illiterate residents. Additionally, 301 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 267 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,180 | 618 | 562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 62 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 301 | 157 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 267 | 133 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 955 | 520 | 435 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 98 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Sawla
Sawla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Salimpur | East | 2.17 km |
| Bhilli | North | 2.50 km |
| Jalka Patache | South | 2.86 km |
| Asegaon | West | 2.91 km |
| Nimbhora Raj | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Kalashi | North-East | 3.91 km |
| Hirpur | South-East | 3.94 km |
| Nargawandi | North-West | 3.98 km |
| Hingangaon | North | 4.92 km |
| Usalgavhan | South | 5.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sawla
Sawla is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Talni, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.5 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dattapur Dhamangaon to Sawla is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Sawla is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawla 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sawla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawla 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sawla
Where is Sawla located?
Sawla village is located in Dhamangaon Railway Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawla?
Sawla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sawla?
The pincode of Sawla is 444709.
What is the population of Sawla?
Sawla has a total population of 1,180, including 618 males and 562 females.
How many households are there in Sawla?
There are 306 households in Sawla.
What is the literacy rate in Sawla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawla is 80.93%. Male literacy is 84.14% and female literacy is 77.40%.