Sawkheda - Bhokardan, Jalna
Sawkheda is a village situated in the Bhokardan tehsil of Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhokardan and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Jalna. Saokheda/ Hadgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sawkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawkheda is 547374. The village covers a total geographical area of 467.14 hectares and falls under the 431114 pincode. Bhokardan is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Sawkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badnapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawkheda
As per Census 2011, Sawkheda village has a total population of 1,339 people, consisting of 685 males and 654 females. The village has 308 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 825 literate and 514 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,339 | 685 | 654 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 86 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 51 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 825 | 497 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 514 | 188 | 326 |
Nearby Villages of Sawkheda
Sawkheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pimpalgaon Kolte | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Ita | North-East | 1.91 km |
| Khadgaon | East | 2.71 km |
| Pimpri | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Vazirkheda | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Ridhora | South-West | 3.91 km |
| Fulenagar | East | 4.07 km |
| Talegaon | South | 4.12 km |
| Latifpur | East | 4.15 km |
| Georai Gungi | West | 4.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sawkheda
Sawkheda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Badnapur, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhokardan to Sawkheda is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalna to Sawkheda is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sawkheda
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sawkheda
Where is Sawkheda located?
Sawkheda village is located in Bhokardan Tehsil, Jalna district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawkheda is Saokheda/ Hadgaon.
What is the pincode of Sawkheda?
The pincode of Sawkheda is 431114.
What is the population of Sawkheda?
Sawkheda has a total population of 1,339, including 685 males and 654 females.
How many households are there in Sawkheda?
There are 308 households in Sawkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Sawkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawkheda is 61.61%. Male literacy is 72.55% and female literacy is 50.15%.