Sawangi - Warud, Amravati
Sawangi is a village situated in the Warud tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Warud and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Sawangi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawangi is 532410. The village covers a total geographical area of 1014.6 hectares and falls under the 444906 pincode. Warud is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Sawangi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawangi
As per Census 2011, Sawangi village has a total population of 3,156 people, consisting of 1,623 males and 1,533 females. The village has 741 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 304 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,446 literate and 710 illiterate residents. Additionally, 642 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 171 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawangi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,156 | 1,623 | 1,533 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 166 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 642 | 333 | 309 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 171 | 90 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 2,446 | 1,313 | 1,133 |
| Illiterate Population | 710 | 310 | 400 |
Nearby Villages of Sawangi
Sawangi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Musalkheda | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Aampend | South-East | 2.84 km |
| Kekatwada | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Pimpalvihir | South-East | 3.22 km |
| Wathoda | South | 3.38 km |
| Kharad | North-West | 3.49 km |
| Dabhi | West | 3.50 km |
| Ekdara | South-East | 4.13 km |
| Kumbhikheda | West | 4.35 km |
| Urad | North | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sawangi
Sawangi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pusla, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.9 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 Warud to Sawangi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Sawangi is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawangi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawangi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sawangi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawangi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sawangi
Where is Sawangi located?
Sawangi village is located in Warud Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawangi?
Sawangi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sawangi?
The pincode of Sawangi is 444906.
What is the population of Sawangi?
Sawangi has a total population of 3,156, including 1,623 males and 1,533 females.
How many households are there in Sawangi?
There are 741 households in Sawangi.
What is the literacy rate in Sawangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawangi is 77.50%. Male literacy is 80.90% and female literacy is 73.91%.