Sawakheda
About Sawakheda
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sawakheda village is 525550. Sawakheda village is located in Shahade tehsil of Nandurbar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Shahade (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Nandurbar. As per 2009 stats, Saukheda is the gram panchayat of Sawakheda village.
The total geographical area of village is 660 hectares. Sawakheda has a total population of 1,176 peoples, out of which male population is 620 while female population is 556. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 896 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sawakheda village is 54.93% out of which 59.84% males and 49.46% females are literate. There are about 215 houses in sawakheda village.
When it comes to administration, Sawakheda village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sawakheda village comes under Shahada Vidhan Sabha constituency & Nandurbar Lok Sabha constituency. Shahade is nearest town to sawakheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Sawakheda
The population details of Sawakheda cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,176 | 620 | 556 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 194 | 111 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 656 | 334 | 322 |
| Literate Population | 646 | 371 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 530 | 249 | 281 |
Connectivity of Sawakheda
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sawakheda
Where is Sawakheda located?
Sawakheda village is situated in Shahade Tehsil, within the Nandurbar district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawakheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawakheda is Saukheda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sawakheda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sawakheda is 1,176, with 620 males and 556 females.
How many households are there in Sawakheda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sawakheda village has a total of 215 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sawakheda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sawakheda is 54.93%. The male literacy rate is 59.84%, while the female literacy rate is 49.46%.