Sawad
Sawad is a village located in Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Bhiwandi (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Savad is the gram panchayat of Sawad village.
Here you can discover what makes Sawad unique in its vibrant Bhiwandi-Thane 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 552634. The village spans a total geographical area of 179 hectares. Bhiwandi is nearest town to Sawad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sawad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sawad
Population of Sawad
According to the 2011 Census, Sawad has a total population of about 1,419, with approximately 723 males and 696 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 219 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 22 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 18. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.51%, with male literacy at about 76.90% and female literacy near 57.76%. There are around 283 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 | 1,419 | 723 | 696 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 108 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 958 | 556 | 402 |
| Illiterate Population | 461 | 167 | 294 |
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 Bhiwandi Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sawad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sawad is Savad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sawad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sawad is 1,419, with 723 males and 696 females.
- How many households are there in Sawad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sawad village has a total of 283 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sawad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sawad is 67.51%. The male literacy rate is 76.90%, while the female literacy rate is 57.76%.