Sawali - Darwha, Yavatmal
Sawali is a village situated in the Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darwha and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Sawali village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawali is 542628. The village covers a total geographical area of 434.28 hectares and falls under the 445202 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Sawali 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 Sawali
According to the 2011 Census, Sawali village had a total population of 445 people, including 220 males and 225 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.11%, with male literacy at 91.05% and female literacy at 83.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 98, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 43.
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 | 445 | 220 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 49 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 173 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 47 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Sawali
Sawali 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 Sawali
Sawali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sawali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darwha to Sawali is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Sawali is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sawali
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sawali
Where is Sawali located?
Sawali village is located in Darwha Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Sawali?
Sawali is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sawali?
The pincode of Sawali is 445202.
What is the population of Sawali?
Sawali had a total population of 445, including 220 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Sawali?
Sawali had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sawali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawali was 87.11%. Male literacy was 91.05% and female literacy was 83.33%.