Sawangi - Darwha, Yavatmal
Sawangi is a village situated in the Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darwha and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Sawala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sawangi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawangi is 542642. The village covers a total geographical area of 438 hectares and falls under the 445202 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Sawangi 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 Sawangi
According to the 2011 Census, Sawangi village had a total population of 160 people, including 82 males and 78 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.14%, with male literacy at 87.84% and female literacy at 75.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 26.
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 | 160 | 82 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 30 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 65 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 17 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Sawangi
Sawangi 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
Public transport in the Sawangi 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 Darwha to Sawangi is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Sawangi is about 47 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 Sawangi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawangi 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
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 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 Sawangi
Where is Sawangi located?
Sawangi village is located in Darwha Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawangi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawangi is Sawala.
What is the pincode of Sawangi?
The pincode of Sawangi is 445202.
What is the population of Sawangi?
Sawangi had a total population of 160, including 82 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Sawangi?
Sawangi had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sawangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawangi was 82.14%. Male literacy was 87.84% and female literacy was 75.76%.