Sawarkhand

Sawarkhand is a village located in Palghar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Palghar (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Ten is the gram panchayat of Sawarkhand village.

Here you can discover what makes Sawarkhand unique in its vibrant Palghar-Thane region. You’ll see Sawarkhand’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 Sawarkhand

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sawarkhand is 552352. The village spans a total geographical area of 266.44 hectares. Palghar is nearest town to Sawarkhand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

When it comes to local governance, Sawarkhand 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 Boisar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Palghar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Sawarkhand

According to the 2011 Census, Sawarkhand has a total population of about 1,274, with approximately 659 males and 615 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 210 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,234. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.67%, with male literacy at about 60.09% and female literacy near 44.72%. There are around 234 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sawarkhand's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,274 659 615
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 210 113 97
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2 1 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,234 635 599
Literate Population 671 396 275
Illiterate Population 603 263 340

Connectivity of Sawarkhand

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sawarkhand. As per the 2011 stats, Sawarkhand 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sawarkhand

Knowing the nearby villages of Sawarkhand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sawarkhand.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sawarkhand

Where is Sawarkhand located?
Sawarkhand village is situated in Palghar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawarkhand?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawarkhand is Ten (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sawarkhand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sawarkhand is 1,274, with 659 males and 615 females.
How many households are there in Sawarkhand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sawarkhand village has a total of 234 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sawarkhand as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sawarkhand is 52.67%. The male literacy rate is 60.09%, while the female literacy rate is 44.72%.