Sawala
Sawala is a village located in Keskal tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Keskal (tehsildar office) and 150km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Sawala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sawala unique in its vibrant Keskal-Bastar region. You’ll see Sawala’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 Sawala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sawala is 448526. The village spans a total geographical area of 1270.03 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491441. Keskal is nearest town to Sawala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Sawala
Population of Sawala
According to the 2011 Census, Sawala has a total population of about 1,258, with approximately 630 males and 628 females. The sex ratio is around 996 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 205 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,084. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.65%, with male literacy at about 47.30% and female literacy near 35.99%. There are around 239 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sawala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,258 | 630 | 628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 95 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,084 | 531 | 553 |
| Literate Population | 524 | 298 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 734 | 332 | 402 |
Connectivity of Sawala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sawala. As per the 2011 stats, Sawala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sawala
Knowing the nearby villages of Sawala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sawala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sawala
- Where is Sawala located?
- Sawala village is situated in Keskal Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sawala?
- Sawala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sawala?
- The pincode of Sawala is 491441, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sawala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sawala is 1,258, with 630 males and 628 females.
- How many households are there in Sawala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sawala village has a total of 239 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sawala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sawala is 41.65%. The male literacy rate is 47.30%, while the female literacy rate is 35.99%.