Sawara - Ramtek, Nagpur
Sawara is a village situated in the Ramtek tehsil of Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramtek and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Nagpur. Dongartal serves as the Village Panchayat for Sawara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawara is 535467. The village covers a total geographical area of 282.87 hectares and falls under the 441401 pincode. Ramtek is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Sawara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ramtek Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Sawara
According to the 2011 Census, Sawara village had a total population of 835 people, including 436 males and 399 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.24%, with male literacy at 88.17% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 749.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 835 | 436 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 47 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 749 | 392 | 357 |
| Literate Population | 593 | 343 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 93 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Sawara
Sawara 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 Sawara
Sawara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Ramtek to Sawara is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nagpur to Sawara is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sawara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sawara
Where is Sawara located?
Sawara village is located in Ramtek Tehsil, Nagpur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Sawara?
The Village Panchayat of Sawara is Dongartal.
What is the pincode of Sawara?
The pincode of Sawara is 441401.
What is the population of Sawara?
Sawara had a total population of 835, including 436 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Sawara?
Sawara had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sawara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawara was 80.24%. Male literacy was 88.17% and female literacy was 71.43%.