Sawar - Talode, Nandurbar
Sawar is a village situated in the Talode tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talode and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Ichhagavhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sawar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawar is 525359. The village covers a total geographical area of 246.53 hectares and falls under the 425413 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Sawar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawar
As per Census 2011, Sawar village has a total population of 388 people, consisting of 193 males and 195 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 217 literate and 171 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 381 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 388 | 193 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 381 | 188 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 119 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 74 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Sawar
Sawar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ichhagavhan | West | 0.73 km |
| Kundave | East | 1.59 km |
| Retpada | South | 1.98 km |
| Aamali | West | 2.41 km |
| Biyamal | North-East | 3.81 km |
| Umarkuwa | South | 3.86 km |
| Ranapur | South-East | 4.39 km |
| Amalpada | South-East | 4.96 km |
| Kakalpur | South-East | 5.84 km |
| Shelwai | South | 5.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sawar
Sawar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhekvad, while the nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.9 km.
| 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 Talode to Sawar is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Sawar is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawar 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 Sawar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sawar
Where is Sawar located?
Sawar village is located in Talode Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawar is Ichhagavhan.
What is the pincode of Sawar?
The pincode of Sawar is 425413.
What is the population of Sawar?
Sawar has a total population of 388, including 193 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Sawar?
There are 74 households in Sawar.
What is the literacy rate in Sawar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawar is 55.93%. Male literacy is 61.66% and female literacy is 50.26%.