Sawad
Sawad is a village located in Poladpur tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Poladpur (tehsildar office) and 129km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Sawad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sawad unique in its vibrant Poladpur-Raigarh region. You’ll see Sawad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sawad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sawad is 555146. The village spans a total geographical area of 323.44 hectares. Mahad is nearest town to Sawad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Sawad
Population of Sawad
According to the 2011 Census, Sawad has a total population of about 705, with approximately 356 males and 349 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 86 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 78 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 43. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.50%, with male literacy at about 75.84% and female literacy near 63.04%. There are around 177 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sawad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 705 | 356 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 50 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 38 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 490 | 270 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 86 | 129 |
Connectivity of Sawad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sawad. As per the 2011 stats, Sawad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sawad
Knowing the nearby villages of Sawad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sawad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sawad
- Where is Sawad located?
- Sawad village is situated in Poladpur Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sawad?
- Sawad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sawad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sawad is 705, with 356 males and 349 females.
- How many households are there in Sawad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sawad village has a total of 177 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sawad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sawad is 69.50%. The male literacy rate is 75.84%, while the female literacy rate is 63.04%.