Sawalkheda - Dharni, Amravati
Sawalkheda is a village situated in the Dharni tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharni and around 183 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Sawali Kheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sawalkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawalkheda is 531474. The village covers a total geographical area of 337 hectares and falls under the 444719 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 88 km away.
Sawalkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sawalkheda
As per Census 2011, Sawalkheda village has a total population of 754 people, consisting of 369 males and 385 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 494 literate and 260 illiterate residents. Additionally, 754 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawalkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 754 | 369 | 385 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 62 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 754 | 369 | 385 |
| Literate Population | 494 | 271 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 98 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Sawalkheda
Sawalkheda 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 Sawalkheda
Sawalkheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Achalpur to Sawalkheda is about 88 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Sawalkheda is about 183 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawalkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawalkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sawalkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawalkheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sawalkheda
Where is Sawalkheda located?
Sawalkheda village is located in Dharni Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawalkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawalkheda is Sawali Kheda.
What is the pincode of Sawalkheda?
The pincode of Sawalkheda is 444719.
What is the population of Sawalkheda?
Sawalkheda has a total population of 754, including 369 males and 385 females.
How many households are there in Sawalkheda?
There are 117 households in Sawalkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Sawalkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawalkheda is 65.52%. Male literacy is 73.44% and female literacy is 57.92%.