Savkarwadi - Malegaon, Nashik
Savkarwadi is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Savkarwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Savkarwadi is 550254. The village covers a total geographical area of 990.42 hectares and falls under the 423208 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Savkarwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nandgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Savkarwadi
As per Census 2011, Savkarwadi village has a total population of 2,811 people, consisting of 1,487 males and 1,324 females. The village has 610 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 371 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,961 literate and 850 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 244 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Savkarwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,811 | 1,487 | 1,324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 371 | 209 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 44 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 244 | 140 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 1,961 | 1,106 | 855 |
| Illiterate Population | 850 | 381 | 469 |
Nearby Villages of Savkarwadi
Savkarwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Erandgaon | South | 2.86 km |
| Manjare | North | 3.18 km |
| Shirsondi | North-West | 4.48 km |
| Chondhi | South-East | 5.02 km |
| Zadi | West | 5.12 km |
| Varhale | North-West | 5.64 km |
| Kanadgaon | South | 5.97 km |
| Vad | South-West | 6.54 km |
| Sonaj | North | 6.68 km |
| Boygaon | South-East | 7.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Savkarwadi
Public transport in the Savkarwadi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Panevadi, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.5 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 Malegaon to Savkarwadi is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Savkarwadi is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Savkarwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Savkarwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Savkarwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Savkarwadi 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Savkarwadi
Where is Savkarwadi located?
Savkarwadi village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Savkarwadi?
Savkarwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Savkarwadi?
The pincode of Savkarwadi is 423208.
What is the population of Savkarwadi?
Savkarwadi has a total population of 2,811, including 1,487 males and 1,324 females.
How many households are there in Savkarwadi?
There are 610 households in Savkarwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Savkarwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Savkarwadi is 69.76%. Male literacy is 74.38% and female literacy is 64.58%.