Sawkheda
Sawkheda is a village located in Bhokardan tehsil of Jalna district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Bhokardan (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Jalna. As per 2009 stats, Saokheda Hadgaon is the gram panchayat of Sawkheda village.
Here you can discover what makes Sawkheda unique in its vibrant Bhokardan-Jalna region. You’ll see Sawkheda’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 Sawkheda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sawkheda is 547374. The village spans a total geographical area of 467.14 hectares. Bhokardan is nearest town to Sawkheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Sawkheda
Population of Sawkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Sawkheda has a total population of about 1,339, with approximately 685 males and 654 females. The sex ratio is around 954 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 164 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 98 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.61%, with male literacy at about 72.55% and female literacy near 50.15%. There are around 308 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sawkheda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,339 | 685 | 654 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 86 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 51 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 825 | 497 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 514 | 188 | 326 |
Connectivity of Sawkheda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sawkheda. As per the 2011 stats, Sawkheda 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sawkheda
Knowing the nearby villages of Sawkheda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sawkheda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sawkheda
- Where is Sawkheda located?
- Sawkheda village is situated in Bhokardan Tehsil, within the Jalna district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sawkheda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sawkheda is Saokheda Hadgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sawkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sawkheda is 1,339, with 685 males and 654 females.
- How many households are there in Sawkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sawkheda village has a total of 308 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sawkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sawkheda is 61.61%. The male literacy rate is 72.55%, while the female literacy rate is 50.15%.