Sawana (J) - Himayatnagar, Nanded
Sawana (J) is a village situated in the Himayatnagar tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Himayatnagar and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Sawana (J) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawana (J) is 544407. The village covers a total geographical area of 1359.11 hectares and falls under the 431802 pincode. Hadgoan is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sawana (J) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hadgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawana (J)
As per Census 2011, Sawana (J) village has a total population of 1,812 people, consisting of 933 males and 879 females. The village has 482 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,189 literate and 623 illiterate residents. Additionally, 565 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 123 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawana (J) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,812 | 933 | 879 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 140 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 565 | 289 | 276 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 61 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 1,189 | 688 | 501 |
| Illiterate Population | 623 | 245 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Sawana (J)
Sawana (J) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramanwadi | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Pichondi | North | 1.84 km |
| Ekdhari | South | 2.88 km |
| Pardi (j) | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Wadgaon (ja) | North-East | 3.12 km |
| Chinchordi | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Jirona | South-East | 3.48 km |
| Himayatnagar | West | 4.87 km |
| Mahadapur | South-East | 5.02 km |
| Tembhi | West | 5.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sawana (J)
Sawana (J) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jirona, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Hadgoan to Sawana (J) is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Sawana (J) is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawana (J)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawana (J) 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sawana (J)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawana (J) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sawana (J)
Where is Sawana (J) located?
Sawana (J) village is located in Himayatnagar Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawana (J)?
Sawana (J) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sawana (J)?
The pincode of Sawana (J) is 431802.
What is the population of Sawana (J)?
Sawana (J) has a total population of 1,812, including 933 males and 879 females.
How many households are there in Sawana (J)?
There are 482 households in Sawana (J).
What is the literacy rate in Sawana (J)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawana (J) is 65.62%. Male literacy is 73.74% and female literacy is 57.00%.