Sawana - Mahagaon, Yavatmal
Sawana is a village situated in the Mahagaon tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahagaon and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Sawana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawana is 543147. The village covers a total geographical area of 2366.76 hectares and falls under the 445205 pincode. Pusad is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sawana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pusad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawana
As per Census 2011, Sawana village has a total population of 6,875 people, consisting of 3,625 males and 3,250 females. The village has 1,604 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 925 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,731 literate and 2,144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 714 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 274 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawana are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sawana
Sawana is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalgaon | South-East | 3.50 km |
| Gunj | North-West | 3.96 km |
| Wakodi | South-West | 4.01 km |
| Weni Bk. | West | 4.40 km |
| Uti | South | 5.05 km |
| Amboda | East | 5.41 km |
| Shirpur | North-East | 5.49 km |
| Waruna | South | 5.79 km |
| Mahagaon | South-East | 5.80 km |
| Kanha | North-West | 6.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sawana
Sawana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Himayatnagar, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pusad to Sawana is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Sawana is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sawana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawana 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 Sawana
Where is Sawana located?
Sawana village is located in Mahagaon Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawana?
Sawana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sawana?
The pincode of Sawana is 445205.
What is the population of Sawana?
Sawana has a total population of 6,875, including 3,625 males and 3,250 females.
How many households are there in Sawana?
There are 1,604 households in Sawana.
What is the literacy rate in Sawana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawana is 68.81%. Male literacy is 75.67% and female literacy is 61.17%.