Sawarkheda - Soegaon, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Sawarkheda is a village situated in the Soegaon tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from Soegaon and around 100 km from Aurangabad. Sawarkheda village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawarkheda is 548495. The village covers a total geographical area of 693 hectares and falls under the 431118 pincode. Pachora is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Sawarkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sillod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawarkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Sawarkheda village had a total population of 1,001 people, including 502 males and 499 females, living in 228 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.81%, with male literacy at 79.95% and female literacy at 51.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 189, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 105.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,001 | 502 | 499 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 73 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 98 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 45 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 562 | 343 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 439 | 159 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Sawarkheda
Sawarkheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lenapur | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Dakala | South-West | 3.59 km |
| Jangla Tanda | North | 3.67 km |
| Fardapur | North-East | 4.04 km |
| Pimpaldari | South | 5.00 km |
| Dhanwat | North | 5.34 km |
| Thana | East | 5.46 km |
| Wasai | South | 6.17 km |
| Mukpath | South-East | 6.23 km |
| Galwada (soegaon) | West | 6.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sawarkheda
Sawarkheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jamner, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pachora to Sawarkheda is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Sawarkheda is about 100 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 Sawarkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawarkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sawarkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawarkheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sawarkheda
Where is Sawarkheda located?
Sawarkheda village is located in Soegaon Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Sawarkheda?
Sawarkheda is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sawarkheda?
The pincode of Sawarkheda is 431118.
What is the population of Sawarkheda?
Sawarkheda had a total population of 1,001, including 502 males and 499 females.
How many households are there in Sawarkheda?
Sawarkheda had 228 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sawarkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawarkheda was 65.81%. Male literacy was 79.95% and female literacy was 51.53%.