Sawanga - Nagpur (Rural), Nagpur
Sawanga is a village situated in the Nagpur (Rural) tehsil of Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from Nagpur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Sawanga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawanga is 535822. The village covers a total geographical area of 1053.45 hectares and falls under the 440023 pincode. Kalameshwar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sawanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramtek Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawanga
As per Census 2011, Sawanga village has a total population of 804 people, consisting of 473 males and 331 females. The village has 259 households and a sex ratio of 699 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 644 literate and 160 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 49 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 804 | 473 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 84 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 29 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 644 | 406 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 67 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Sawanga
Sawanga 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 Sawanga
Public transport in the Sawanga is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalameshwar to Sawanga is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagpur to Sawanga is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sawanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawanga 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sawanga
Where is Sawanga located?
Sawanga village is located in Nagpur (Rural) Tehsil, Nagpur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawanga?
Sawanga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sawanga?
The pincode of Sawanga is 440023.
What is the population of Sawanga?
Sawanga has a total population of 804, including 473 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Sawanga?
There are 259 households in Sawanga.
What is the literacy rate in Sawanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawanga is 80.10%. Male literacy is 85.84% and female literacy is 71.90%.