Sawale - Mawal, Pune
Sawale is a village situated in the Mawal tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadgaon and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Sawala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sawale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawale is 555866. The village covers a total geographical area of 1301 hectares and falls under the 412106 pincode. Talegaon Dabhade is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Sawale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maval Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Sawale
As per Census 2011, Sawale village has a total population of 1,002 people, consisting of 501 males and 501 females. The village has 223 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 163 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 471 literate and 531 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 740 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,002 | 501 | 501 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 77 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 740 | 367 | 373 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 274 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 531 | 227 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Sawale
Sawale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pimpalpada | North-West | 3.25 km |
| Mandawane | West | 3.30 km |
| Khand | South-East | 3.51 km |
| Hedawali | North-West | 3.70 km |
| Dhamni | North-East | 4.34 km |
| Malegaon Bk. | East | 4.57 km |
| Mograj | North | 4.78 km |
| Vaijanath | West | 5.13 km |
| Humgaon | South-West | 5.24 km |
| Savale | North-West | 5.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sawale
Sawale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhivpuri Road, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.0 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 Talegaon Dabhade to Sawale is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Sawale is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawale 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 Sawale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawale 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 Sawale
Where is Sawale located?
Sawale village is located in Mawal Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawale?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawale is Sawala.
What is the pincode of Sawale?
The pincode of Sawale is 412106.
What is the population of Sawale?
Sawale has a total population of 1,002, including 501 males and 501 females.
How many households are there in Sawale?
There are 223 households in Sawale.
What is the literacy rate in Sawale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawale is 47.01%. Male literacy is 54.69% and female literacy is 39.32%.