Sawade - Bhadgaon, Jalgaon
Sawade is a village situated in the Bhadgaon tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhadgaon and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Savade serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sawade village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawade is 527672. The village covers a total geographical area of 347 hectares and falls under the 424103 pincode. Pachora is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Sawade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawade
As per Census 2011, Sawade village has a total population of 1,511 people, consisting of 778 males and 733 females. The village has 361 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 176 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 948 literate and 563 illiterate residents. Additionally, 208 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 261 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,511 | 778 | 733 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 97 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 208 | 99 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 261 | 141 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 948 | 561 | 387 |
| Illiterate Population | 563 | 217 | 346 |
Nearby Villages of Sawade
Sawade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dalwade | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Pimprihat | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Ghusardi Kh. | East | 2.35 km |
| Kolgaon | North | 2.46 km |
| Navare | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Gudhe | West | 3.44 km |
| Godgaon | South-East | 3.46 km |
| Lon Pr. Bhadgaon | South-East | 3.63 km |
| Batsar | North-East | 3.64 km |
| Bornar | East | 4.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sawade
Sawade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kajgaon, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pachora to Sawade is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Sawade is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sawade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sawade
Where is Sawade located?
Sawade village is located in Bhadgaon Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawade?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawade is Savade.
What is the pincode of Sawade?
The pincode of Sawade is 424103.
What is the population of Sawade?
Sawade has a total population of 1,511, including 778 males and 733 females.
How many households are there in Sawade?
There are 361 households in Sawade.
What is the literacy rate in Sawade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawade is 62.74%. Male literacy is 72.11% and female literacy is 52.80%.