Sawarai - Vikramgad, Palghar
Sawarai is a village situated in the Vikramgad tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 29 km from Vikramgad and around 115 km from Thane. Wehelpada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sawarai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawarai is 551770. The village falls under the 401404 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sawarai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawarai
According to the 2011 Census, Sawarai village had a total population of 565 people, including 293 males and 272 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.95%, with male literacy at 78.32% and female literacy at 46.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 561.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 565 | 293 | 272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 67 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 561 | 291 | 270 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 177 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 116 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Sawarai
Sawarai 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 Sawarai
Public transport in the Sawarai is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Jawhar to Sawarai is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Sawarai is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawarai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sawarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawarai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sawarai
Where is Sawarai located?
Sawarai village is located in Vikramgad Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawarai?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawarai is Wehelpada.
What is the pincode of Sawarai?
The pincode of Sawarai is 401404.
What is the population of Sawarai?
Sawarai had a total population of 565, including 293 males and 272 females.
How many households are there in Sawarai?
Sawarai had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sawarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawarai was 62.95%. Male literacy was 78.32% and female literacy was 46.73%.