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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Sawarkheda village has a total population of 1,001 people, consisting of 502 males and 499 females. The village has 228 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 562 literate and 439 illiterate residents. Additionally, 189 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 105 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawarkheda are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Sawarkheda?
Sawarkheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sawarkheda?
The pincode of Sawarkheda is 431118.
What is the population of Sawarkheda?
Sawarkheda has a total population of 1,001, including 502 males and 499 females.
How many households are there in Sawarkheda?
There are 228 households in Sawarkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Sawarkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawarkheda is 56.14%. Male literacy is 68.33% and female literacy is 43.89%.