Sawargaon - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Sawargaon is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Sawargaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawargaon is 538917. The village covers a total geographical area of 622.94 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Sawargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Armori Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawargaon
As per Census 2011, Sawargaon village has a total population of 719 people, consisting of 382 males and 337 females. The village has 135 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 500 literate and 219 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 655 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 719 | 382 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 655 | 349 | 306 |
| Literate Population | 500 | 277 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 105 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Sawargaon
Sawargaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sawargaon
Sawargaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Sawargaon is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Sawargaon is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sawargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawargaon 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 Sawargaon
Where is Sawargaon located?
Sawargaon village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawargaon?
Sawargaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sawargaon?
The pincode of Sawargaon is 442606.
What is the population of Sawargaon?
Sawargaon has a total population of 719, including 382 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Sawargaon?
There are 135 households in Sawargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Sawargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawargaon is 69.54%. Male literacy is 72.51% and female literacy is 66.17%.