Sawna
Sawna is a village located in Chikhli tehsil of Buldana district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Chikhli (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Buldana. As per 2009 stats, Sawna village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sawna unique in its vibrant Chikhli-Buldana region. You’ll see Sawna’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sawna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sawna is 529161. The village spans a total geographical area of 2110 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 443201. Chikhli is nearest town to Sawna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sawna village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chikhli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Buldhana Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sawna
Population of Sawna
According to the 2011 Census, Sawna has a total population of about 5,452, with approximately 2,848 males and 2,604 females. The sex ratio is around 914 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 747 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 638 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 11. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.15%, with male literacy at about 76.83% and female literacy near 64.94%. There are around 1,139 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sawna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,452 | 2,848 | 2,604 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 747 | 422 | 325 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 638 | 353 | 285 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 3,879 | 2,188 | 1,691 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,573 | 660 | 913 |
Connectivity of Sawna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sawna. As per the 2011 stats, Sawna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sawna
Knowing the nearby villages of Sawna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sawna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sawna
- Where is Sawna located?
- Sawna village is situated in Chikhli Tehsil, within the Buldana district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sawna?
- Sawna serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sawna?
- The pincode of Sawna is 443201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sawna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sawna is 5,452, with 2,848 males and 2,604 females.
- How many households are there in Sawna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sawna village has a total of 1,139 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sawna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sawna is 71.15%. The male literacy rate is 76.83%, while the female literacy rate is 64.94%.