Swahitwal likely refers to Saitwal / Svahitavala Jains, a Digambara Jain community of Maharashtra. In Jain community history, they are described as having split into two occupational groups: Setavāla and Svahitavāla, and over time these were commonly grouped together as Saitwal Jains. The name is also explained as meaning one who works for the benefit of the inner self. ( saitwaljain.com)

In simple terms, their history is tied to:

• Digambara Jain tradition
• Maharashtra region
• Trade and occupational identity
• Later recognition as a distinct Jain community known as Saitwal ( saitwaljain.com)

If you want, I can also give you the community origin, gotras, and major historical mentions in a simple Jain-style summary.