Sawara
Sawara is a village located in Tirora tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Tirora (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Sawara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sawara unique in its vibrant Tirora-Gondiya region. You’ll see Sawara’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 Sawara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sawara is 537519. The village spans a total geographical area of 279.63 hectares. Tirora is nearest town to Sawara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sawara 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 Tirora Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sawara
Population of Sawara
According to the 2011 Census, Sawara has a total population of about 687, with approximately 363 males and 324 females. The sex ratio is around 892 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 58 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 41. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.58%, with male literacy at about 83.20% and female literacy near 71.30%. There are around 146 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sawara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 687 | 363 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 34 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 533 | 302 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 61 | 93 |
Connectivity of Sawara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sawara. As per the 2011 stats, Sawara 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sawara
Knowing the nearby villages of Sawara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sawara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sawara
- Where is Sawara located?
- Sawara village is situated in Tirora Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sawara?
- Sawara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sawara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sawara is 687, with 363 males and 324 females.
- How many households are there in Sawara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sawara village has a total of 146 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sawara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sawara is 77.58%. The male literacy rate is 83.20%, while the female literacy rate is 71.30%.