Sawalgaon
Sawalgaon is a village located in Brahmapuri tehsil of Chandrapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Brahmapuri (tehsildar office) and 134km away from district headquarter Chandrapur. As per 2009 stats, Sawalgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Sawalgaon has its own place in the vibrant Chandrapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sawalgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sawalgaon is 540742. The village spans a total geographical area of 345.22 hectares. Brahmapuri is nearest town to Sawalgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sawalgaon 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 Chimur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Sawalgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Sawalgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,230 | 621 | 609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 77 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 804 | 448 | 356 |
| Illiterate Population | 426 | 173 | 253 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sawalgaon village:
- The total population of Sawalgaon village is around 1,230, including approximately 621 males and 609 females, with a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 154 children aged 0–6 years in Sawalgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sawalgaon village has 58 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 10 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sawalgaon village is about 65.37%, with male literacy at 72.14% and female literacy at 58.46%.
- There are around 295 households in Sawalgaon village.
Connectivity of Sawalgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sawalgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Sawalgaon 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sawalgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Sawalgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sawalgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sawalgaon
- Where is Sawalgaon located?
- Sawalgaon village is situated in Brahmapuri Tehsil, within the Chandrapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sawalgaon?
- Sawalgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sawalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sawalgaon is 1,230, with 621 males and 609 females.
- How many households are there in Sawalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sawalgaon village has a total of 295 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sawalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sawalgaon is 65.37%. The male literacy rate is 72.14%, while the female literacy rate is 58.46%.