Sawali - Murud, Raigad
Sawali is a village situated in the Murud tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 1 km from Murud and around 77 km from Alibag. Savli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sawali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawali is 554276. The village covers a total geographical area of 746 hectares and falls under the 402401 pincode. Murud is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Sawali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alibag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawali
According to the 2011 Census, Sawali village had a total population of 436 people, including 214 males and 222 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,037 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.43%, with male literacy at 83.85% and female literacy at 53.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 436 | 214 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 161 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 53 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Sawali
Sawali 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 Sawali
Sawali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Murud to Sawali is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Sawali is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sawali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawali 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sawali
Where is Sawali located?
Sawali village is located in Murud Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawali?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawali is Savli.
What is the pincode of Sawali?
The pincode of Sawali is 402401.
What is the population of Sawali?
Sawali had a total population of 436, including 214 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Sawali?
Sawali had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sawali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawali was 68.43%. Male literacy was 83.85% and female literacy was 53.92%.