Sawath - Durgawati, Kaimur (Bhabua)
Sawath is a village situated in the Durgawati subdivision of Kaimur (Bhabua) district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Durgawati and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bhabua. Sawath village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawath is 249602. The village covers a total geographical area of 470 hectares and falls under the 821105 pincode. Bhabua is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Sawath village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sawath
According to the 2011 Census, Sawath village had a total population of 5,164 people, including 2,692 males and 2,472 females, living in 775 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.69%, with male literacy at 78.03% and female literacy at 54.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 951, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,164 | 2,692 | 2,472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,024 | 539 | 485 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 951 | 495 | 456 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,761 | 1,680 | 1,081 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,403 | 1,012 | 1,391 |
Nearby Villages of Sawath
Sawath is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sawath
Sawath is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Sawath has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhabua to Sawath is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawath
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawath village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sawath
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawath village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sawath
Where is Sawath located?
Sawath village is located in Durgawati Subdivision, Kaimur (Bhabua) district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawath?
Sawath is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sawath?
The pincode of Sawath is 821105.
What is the population of Sawath?
Sawath had a total population of 5,164, including 2,692 males and 2,472 females.
How many households are there in Sawath?
Sawath had 775 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sawath?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawath was 66.69%. Male literacy was 78.03% and female literacy was 54.40%.