Sawkheda Bk. - Pachora, Jalgaon
Sawkheda Bk. is a village situated in the Pachora tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachora and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Savkheda Bk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sawkheda Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawkheda Bk. is 527969. The village covers a total geographical area of 365.39 hectares and falls under the 424203 pincode. Pachora is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sawkheda Bk. 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 Sawkheda Bk.
As per Census 2011, Sawkheda Bk. village has a total population of 1,138 people, consisting of 594 males and 544 females. The village has 223 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 788 literate and 350 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 98 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawkheda Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,138 | 594 | 544 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 76 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 43 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 47 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 788 | 469 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 350 | 125 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Sawkheda Bk.
Sawkheda Bk. 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 Sawkheda Bk.
Sawkheda Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Sawkheda Bk..
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pachora to Sawkheda Bk. is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Sawkheda Bk. is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawkheda Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawkheda Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sawkheda Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawkheda Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sawkheda Bk.
Where is Sawkheda Bk. located?
Sawkheda Bk. village is located in Pachora Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawkheda Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawkheda Bk. is Savkheda Bk.
What is the pincode of Sawkheda Bk.?
The pincode of Sawkheda Bk. is 424203.
What is the population of Sawkheda Bk.?
Sawkheda Bk. has a total population of 1,138, including 594 males and 544 females.
How many households are there in Sawkheda Bk.?
There are 223 households in Sawkheda Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Sawkheda Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawkheda Bk. is 69.24%. Male literacy is 78.96% and female literacy is 58.64%.