Sawanga Kh. - Digras, Yavatmal
Sawanga Kh. is a village situated in the Digras tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digras and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Sawanga Kd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sawanga Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawanga Kh. is 542702. The village covers a total geographical area of 465 hectares and falls under the 445203 pincode. Digras is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Sawanga Kh. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawanga Kh.
As per Census 2011, Sawanga Kh. village has a total population of 1,224 people, consisting of 629 males and 595 females. The village has 302 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 870 literate and 354 illiterate residents. Additionally, 155 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 264 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawanga Kh. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,224 | 629 | 595 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 92 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 77 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 264 | 136 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 870 | 497 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 132 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Sawanga Kh.
Sawanga Kh. 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 Sawanga Kh.
Sawanga Kh. 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 Digras to Sawanga Kh. is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Sawanga Kh. is about 31 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 Sawanga Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawanga Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sawanga Kh.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawanga Kh. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sawanga Kh.
Where is Sawanga Kh. located?
Sawanga Kh. village is located in Digras Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawanga Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawanga Kh. is Sawanga Kd.
What is the pincode of Sawanga Kh.?
The pincode of Sawanga Kh. is 445203.
What is the population of Sawanga Kh.?
Sawanga Kh. has a total population of 1,224, including 629 males and 595 females.
How many households are there in Sawanga Kh.?
There are 302 households in Sawanga Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Sawanga Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawanga Kh. is 71.08%. Male literacy is 79.01% and female literacy is 62.69%.