Sawat
Sawat is a village located in Chhorahi subdivision of Begusarai district in Bihar, India. It is situated 50km away from district headquarter Chhorahi. Chhorahi is the sub-district headquarter of Sawat village. As per 2009 stats, Sawant is the gram panchayat of Sawat village.
Here you can discover what makes Sawat unique in its vibrant Chhorahi-Begusarai region. You’ll see Sawat’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 Sawat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sawat is 237464. The village spans a total geographical area of 425 hectares. Rosera is nearest town to Sawat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Sawat
Population of Sawat
According to the 2011 Census, Sawat has a total population of about 7,808, with approximately 4,027 males and 3,781 females. The sex ratio is around 938 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,521 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,530 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.33%, with male literacy at about 61.21% and female literacy near 47.00%. There are around 1,554 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sawat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,808 | 4,027 | 3,781 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,521 | 770 | 751 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,530 | 794 | 736 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,242 | 2,465 | 1,777 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,566 | 1,562 | 2,004 |
Connectivity of Sawat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sawat. As per the 2011 stats, Sawat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sawat
Knowing the nearby villages of Sawat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sawat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sawat
- Where is Sawat located?
- Sawat village is situated in Chhorahi Subdivision, within the Begusarai district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sawat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sawat is Sawant (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sawat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sawat is 7,808, with 4,027 males and 3,781 females.
- How many households are there in Sawat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sawat village has a total of 1,554 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sawat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sawat is 54.33%. The male literacy rate is 61.21%, while the female literacy rate is 47.00%.