Sawanga - Ashti, Wardha
Sawanga is a village situated in the Ashti tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashti and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Sawanga(pu) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sawanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawanga is 533377. The village covers a total geographical area of 682.3 hectares and falls under the 442201 pincode.
Sawanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Sawanga
Sawanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhadkumbh | South-East | 1.41 km |
| Pimpla | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Pagapur | North-East | 2.57 km |
| Khanapur | South | 2.73 km |
| Umarkheda | West | 2.77 km |
| Thadi | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Wadala | East | 3.16 km |
| Rashidpur | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Surwadi Kh. | North | 3.85 km |
| Kopra | North-West | 3.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sawanga
Sawanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hiwarkheda, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Wardha to Sawanga is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sawanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sawanga
Where is Sawanga located?
Sawanga village is located in Ashti Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawanga is Sawanga(pu).
What is the pincode of Sawanga?
The pincode of Sawanga is 442201.