Sawad
Sawad is a village located in Risod tehsil of Washim district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Risod (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Washim. As per 2009 stats, Sawad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sawad unique in its vibrant Risod-Washim region. You’ll see Sawad’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 Sawad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sawad is 531351. The village spans a total geographical area of 1408.83 hectares. Risod is nearest town to Sawad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Sawad
Population of Sawad
According to the 2011 Census, Sawad has a total population of about 3,092, with approximately 1,607 males and 1,485 females. The sex ratio is around 924 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 405 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 757 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.57%, with male literacy at about 78.10% and female literacy near 62.42%. There are around 660 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sawad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,092 | 1,607 | 1,485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 405 | 215 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 757 | 393 | 364 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,182 | 1,255 | 927 |
| Illiterate Population | 910 | 352 | 558 |
Connectivity of Sawad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sawad. As per the 2011 stats, Sawad 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 Sawad
Knowing the nearby villages of Sawad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sawad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sawad
- Where is Sawad located?
- Sawad village is situated in Risod Tehsil, within the Washim district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sawad?
- Sawad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sawad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sawad is 3,092, with 1,607 males and 1,485 females.
- How many households are there in Sawad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sawad village has a total of 660 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sawad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sawad is 70.57%. The male literacy rate is 78.10%, while the female literacy rate is 62.42%.