Sawarne - Murbad, Thane
Sawarne is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Fangulgavhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sawarne village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawarne is 553230. The village covers a total geographical area of 796.61 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Sawarne village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawarne
As per Census 2011, Sawarne village has a total population of 541 people, consisting of 276 males and 265 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 331 literate and 210 illiterate residents. Additionally, 492 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawarne are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 541 | 276 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 492 | 253 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 331 | 192 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 84 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Sawarne
Sawarne 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Diwanpada | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Fangulgavhan | West | 3.10 km |
| Thitabi | North-East | 3.89 km |
| Walhivare | North | 4.55 km |
| Ajanawale | South-West | 4.60 km |
| Devale | South | 4.71 km |
| Taleran | South-East | 5.01 km |
| Nimgiri | South-East | 6.04 km |
| Moroshi | West | 6.12 km |
| Nyahadi | West | 6.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sawarne
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Sawarne. The nearest railway station is Igatpuri, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.5 km.
| 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 Kalyan to Sawarne is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Sawarne is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawarne
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawarne village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sawarne
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawarne village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sawarne
Where is Sawarne located?
Sawarne village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawarne?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawarne is Fangulgavhan.
What is the pincode of Sawarne?
The pincode of Sawarne is 421401.
What is the population of Sawarne?
Sawarne has a total population of 541, including 276 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Sawarne?
There are 99 households in Sawarne.
What is the literacy rate in Sawarne?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawarne is 61.18%. Male literacy is 69.57% and female literacy is 52.45%.