Sawarkheda - Ralegaon, Yavatmal
Sawarkheda is a village situated in the Ralegaon tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ralegaon and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Sawarkheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawarkheda is 543657. The village covers a total geographical area of 529.71 hectares and falls under the 445402 pincode. Yavatmal is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Sawarkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ralegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawarkheda
As per Census 2011, Sawarkheda village has a total population of 1,174 people, consisting of 610 males and 564 females. The village has 291 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 922 literate and 252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 506 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawarkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,174 | 610 | 564 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 55 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 11 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 506 | 262 | 244 |
| Literate Population | 922 | 509 | 413 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 101 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Sawarkheda
Sawarkheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhimsenpur | South-West | 2.87 km |
| Khemkund | South | 2.93 km |
| Wardh | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Vihirgaon | East | 3.19 km |
| Palas Kund | South-East | 3.42 km |
| Umarvihir | South | 4.66 km |
| Bhulgad | North | 4.94 km |
| Bandar | North-West | 5.23 km |
| Vedshi | North | 5.69 km |
| Wathoda | South-West | 5.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sawarkheda
Sawarkheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nagari, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.4 km.
| 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 Yavatmal to Sawarkheda is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawarkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawarkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sawarkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawarkheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sawarkheda
Where is Sawarkheda located?
Sawarkheda village is located in Ralegaon Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawarkheda?
Sawarkheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sawarkheda?
The pincode of Sawarkheda is 445402.
What is the population of Sawarkheda?
Sawarkheda has a total population of 1,174, including 610 males and 564 females.
How many households are there in Sawarkheda?
There are 291 households in Sawarkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Sawarkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawarkheda is 78.53%. Male literacy is 83.44% and female literacy is 73.23%.