Sawali Bk. - Karanja, Wardha
Sawali Bk. is a village situated in the Karanja tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanja and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Sawali(b) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sawali Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawali Bk. is 533547. The village covers a total geographical area of 978.12 hectares and falls under the 442201 pincode. Arvi is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Sawali Bk. 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.
Population of Sawali Bk.
As per Census 2011, Sawali Bk. village has a total population of 1,415 people, consisting of 715 males and 700 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,107 literate and 308 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawali Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,415 | 715 | 700 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 63 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,107 | 606 | 501 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 109 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Sawali Bk.
Sawali Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palora | West | 2.82 km |
| Rajani | East | 2.96 km |
| Pardi Heti | North | 3.08 km |
| Bondar Thana | South-East | 3.16 km |
| Ekarjun | South-West | 3.58 km |
| Ekamba | North-West | 3.75 km |
| Pardi | North-West | 3.94 km |
| Ajanadevi | North-East | 4.45 km |
| Borgaon (dhole) | East | 4.82 km |
| Junapani | South-East | 5.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sawali Bk.
Sawali Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Katol, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.1 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 Arvi to Sawali Bk. is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Sawali Bk. 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 Sawali Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawali Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sawali Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawali Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sawali Bk.
Where is Sawali Bk. located?
Sawali Bk. village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawali Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawali Bk. is Sawali(b).
What is the pincode of Sawali Bk.?
The pincode of Sawali Bk. is 442201.
What is the population of Sawali Bk.?
Sawali Bk. has a total population of 1,415, including 715 males and 700 females.
How many households are there in Sawali Bk.?
There are 343 households in Sawali Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Sawali Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawali Bk. is 78.23%. Male literacy is 84.76% and female literacy is 71.57%.