Sawad - Bhiwandi, Thane
Sawad is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Savad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sawad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawad is 552634. The village covers a total geographical area of 179 hectares and falls under the 421302 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sawad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawad
As per Census 2011, Sawad village has a total population of 1,419 people, consisting of 723 males and 696 females. The village has 283 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 958 literate and 461 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawad are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sawad
Sawad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Muthaval | South-West | 1.06 km |
| Amane | North | 1.81 km |
| Khandval | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Devrung | South | 1.86 km |
| Lonad | West | 1.91 km |
| Sange | East | 2.08 km |
| Janwal | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Usroli | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Vashere | North | 3.42 km |
| Pise | North-East | 3.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sawad
Public transport in the Sawad is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambivli, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi to Sawad is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Sawad is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sawad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawad 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sawad
Where is Sawad located?
Sawad village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawad?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawad is Savad.
What is the pincode of Sawad?
The pincode of Sawad is 421302.
What is the population of Sawad?
Sawad has a total population of 1,419, including 723 males and 696 females.
How many households are there in Sawad?
There are 283 households in Sawad.
What is the literacy rate in Sawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawad is 67.51%. Male literacy is 76.90% and female literacy is 57.76%.