Sawala - Darwha, Yavatmal
Sawala is a village situated in the Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darwha and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Sawala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawala is 542639. The village covers a total geographical area of 484.16 hectares and falls under the 445201 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Sawala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yavatmal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawala
As per Census 2011, Sawala village has a total population of 574 people, consisting of 295 males and 279 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 471 literate and 103 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 574 | 295 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 251 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 44 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Sawala
Sawala 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 Sawala
Sawala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Darwha to Sawala is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Sawala is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawala 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 Sawala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawala 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 Sawala
Where is Sawala located?
Sawala village is located in Darwha Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawala?
Sawala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sawala?
The pincode of Sawala is 445201.
What is the population of Sawala?
Sawala has a total population of 574, including 295 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Sawala?
There are 141 households in Sawala.
What is the literacy rate in Sawala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawala is 82.06%. Male literacy is 85.08% and female literacy is 78.85%.