Sawangi (Sangam) - Hinganghat, Wardha
Sawangi (Sangam) is a village situated in the Hinganghat tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hinganghat and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Dhochi serves as the Village Panchayat for Sawangi (Sangam) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawangi (Sangam) is 534534. The village covers a total geographical area of 213.58 hectares and falls under the 442301 pincode. Hinganghat is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Sawangi (Sangam) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hinganghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawangi (Sangam)
According to the 2011 Census, Sawangi (Sangam) village had a total population of 279 people, including 145 males and 134 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.67%, with male literacy at 91.41% and female literacy at 71.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 78.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 279 | 145 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 117 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 28 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Sawangi (Sangam)
Sawangi (Sangam) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sawangi (Sangam)
Public transport in the Sawangi (Sangam) is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Hinganghat to Sawangi (Sangam) is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Sawangi (Sangam) is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawangi (Sangam)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawangi (Sangam) 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sawangi (Sangam)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawangi (Sangam) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sawangi (Sangam)
Where is Sawangi (Sangam) located?
Sawangi (Sangam) village is located in Hinganghat Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Sawangi (Sangam)?
The Village Panchayat of Sawangi (Sangam) is Dhochi.
What is the pincode of Sawangi (Sangam)?
The pincode of Sawangi (Sangam) is 442301.
What is the population of Sawangi (Sangam)?
Sawangi (Sangam) had a total population of 279, including 145 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Sawangi (Sangam)?
Sawangi (Sangam) had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sawangi (Sangam)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawangi (Sangam) was 81.67%. Male literacy was 91.41% and female literacy was 71.54%.