Sawana
Sawana is a village located in Mahagaon tehsil of Yavatmal district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Mahagaon (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Yavatmal. As per 2009 stats, Sawana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sawana unique in its vibrant Mahagaon-Yavatmal region. You’ll see Sawana’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 Sawana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sawana is 543147. The village spans a total geographical area of 2366.76 hectares. Pusad is nearest town to Sawana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sawana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Umarkhed Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sawana
Population of Sawana
According to the 2011 Census, Sawana has a total population of about 6,875, with approximately 3,625 males and 3,250 females. The sex ratio is around 896 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 925 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 714 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 274. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.81%, with male literacy at about 75.67% and female literacy near 61.17%. There are around 1,604 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sawana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,875 | 3,625 | 3,250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 925 | 498 | 427 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 714 | 409 | 305 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 274 | 142 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 4,731 | 2,743 | 1,988 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,144 | 882 | 1,262 |
Connectivity of Sawana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sawana. As per the 2011 stats, Sawana 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sawana
Knowing the nearby villages of Sawana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sawana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sawana
- Where is Sawana located?
- Sawana village is situated in Mahagaon Tehsil, within the Yavatmal district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sawana?
- Sawana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sawana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sawana is 6,875, with 3,625 males and 3,250 females.
- How many households are there in Sawana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sawana village has a total of 1,604 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sawana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sawana is 68.81%. The male literacy rate is 75.67%, while the female literacy rate is 61.17%.