Sawangi

Sawangi is a village located in Amgaon tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 43km away from sub-district headquarter Amgaon (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Sawangi village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Sawangi unique in its vibrant Amgaon-Gondiya region. You’ll see Sawangi’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 Sawangi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sawangi is 537944. The village spans a total geographical area of 223.66 hectares. Gondiya is nearest town to Sawangi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.

When it comes to local governance, Sawangi 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 Amgaon 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 Sawangi

According to the 2011 Census, Sawangi has a total population of about 679, with approximately 324 males and 355 females. The sex ratio is around 1095 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 54 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 60. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.49%, with male literacy at about 79.94% and female literacy near 67.61%. There are around 142 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sawangi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 679 324 355
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 54 26 28
Scheduled Castes (SC) 5 2 3
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 60 35 25
Literate Population 499 259 240
Illiterate Population 180 65 115

Connectivity of Sawangi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sawangi. As per the 2011 stats, Sawangi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sawangi

Knowing the nearby villages of Sawangi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sawangi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sawangi

Where is Sawangi located?
Sawangi village is situated in Amgaon Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawangi?
Sawangi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Sawangi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sawangi is 679, with 324 males and 355 females.
How many households are there in Sawangi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sawangi village has a total of 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sawangi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sawangi is 73.49%. The male literacy rate is 79.94%, while the female literacy rate is 67.61%.