Sawarkhed - Naigaon (Khairgaon), Nanded
Sawarkhed is a village situated in the Naigaon (Khairgaon) tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naigaon (khairgaon) and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Sawarkhed village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawarkhed is 545112. The village covers a total geographical area of 938 hectares and falls under the 431709 pincode. Nanded is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Sawarkhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawarkhed
As per Census 2011, Sawarkhed village has a total population of 2,268 people, consisting of 1,212 males and 1,056 females. The village has 414 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 339 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,455 literate and 813 illiterate residents. Additionally, 731 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawarkhed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,268 | 1,212 | 1,056 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 339 | 193 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 731 | 388 | 343 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,455 | 868 | 587 |
| Illiterate Population | 813 | 344 | 469 |
Nearby Villages of Sawarkhed
Sawarkhed 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 Sawarkhed
Public transport in the Sawarkhed is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Nanded to Sawarkhed is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawarkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawarkhed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sawarkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawarkhed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sawarkhed
Where is Sawarkhed located?
Sawarkhed village is located in Naigaon (Khairgaon) Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawarkhed?
Sawarkhed is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sawarkhed?
The pincode of Sawarkhed is 431709.
What is the population of Sawarkhed?
Sawarkhed has a total population of 2,268, including 1,212 males and 1,056 females.
How many households are there in Sawarkhed?
There are 414 households in Sawarkhed.
What is the literacy rate in Sawarkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawarkhed is 64.15%. Male literacy is 71.62% and female literacy is 55.59%.