Sawarwad - Sawantwadi, Sindhudurg
Sawarwad is a village situated in the Sawantwadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sawantwadi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Kudtarkartemb serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sawarwad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawarwad is 566852. The village covers a total geographical area of 644.4 hectares and falls under the 416531 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sawarwad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawantwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawarwad
As per Census 2011, Sawarwad village has a total population of 1,231 people, consisting of 644 males and 587 females. The village has 232 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,033 literate and 198 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawarwad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,231 | 644 | 587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 39 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 41 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 1,033 | 572 | 461 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 72 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Sawarwad
Sawarwad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Upavade | North | 2.87 km |
| Kalambist | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Sangeli | South-West | 3.74 km |
| Sakirde | North | 3.85 km |
| Pulas | West | 4.71 km |
| Ovaliye | South | 5.11 km |
| Wasoli | North | 6.22 km |
| Verle | East | 6.34 km |
| Shirshinge | East | 6.71 km |
| Chafeli | North-West | 7.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sawarwad
Sawarwad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Zarap, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sawantwadi to Sawarwad is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Sawarwad is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawarwad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawarwad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sawarwad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawarwad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sawarwad
Where is Sawarwad located?
Sawarwad village is located in Sawantwadi Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawarwad?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawarwad is Kudtarkartemb.
What is the pincode of Sawarwad?
The pincode of Sawarwad is 416531.
What is the population of Sawarwad?
Sawarwad has a total population of 1,231, including 644 males and 587 females.
How many households are there in Sawarwad?
There are 232 households in Sawarwad.
What is the literacy rate in Sawarwad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawarwad is 83.92%. Male literacy is 88.82% and female literacy is 78.53%.