Sauwan

Sauwan is a village located in Chandi subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Chandi (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Mahkar is the gram panchayat of Sauwan village.

Sauwan has its own place in the vibrant Nalanda region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sauwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sauwan is 244300. The village spans a total geographical area of 78 hectares. Hilsa is nearest town to Sauwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Sauwan

Below is a concise population overview of Sauwan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 479 246 233
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 68 39 29
Scheduled Castes (SC) 4 1 3
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 268 149 119
Illiterate Population 211 97 114

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sauwan village:

  • The total population of Sauwan village is around 479, including approximately 246 males and 233 females, with a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 68 children aged 0–6 years in Sauwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sauwan village has 4 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sauwan village is about 55.95%, with male literacy at 60.57% and female literacy at 51.07%.
  • There are around 85 households in Sauwan village.

Connectivity of Sauwan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sauwan. As per the 2011 stats, Sauwan 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sauwan

Knowing the nearby villages of Sauwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sauwan.

Senduara Dariapur Aim Madhopur Gauri Raisa Dariapur Khalsa Mahkar Hasni Darweshpur Kaithir Gonkura

Frequently Asked Questions about Sauwan

Where is Sauwan located?
Sauwan village is situated in Chandi Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sauwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sauwan is Mahkar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sauwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sauwan is 479, with 246 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Sauwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sauwan village has a total of 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sauwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sauwan is 55.95%. The male literacy rate is 60.57%, while the female literacy rate is 51.07%.