Sawla
Sawla is a village located in Khadganva tehsil of Koriya district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Khadganva (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Baikunthpur. As per 2009 stats, Sawla village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sawla unique in its vibrant Khadganva-Koriya region. You’ll see Sawla’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 Sawla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sawla is 431802. The village spans a total geographical area of 469.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497449. Baikunthpur is nearest town to Sawla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Sawla
Population of Sawla
According to the 2011 Census, Sawla has a total population of about 1,265, with approximately 659 males and 606 females. The sex ratio is around 919 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 207 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 49 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 576. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.40%, with male literacy at about 70.86% and female literacy near 49.01%. There are around 279 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sawla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,265 | 659 | 606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 110 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 576 | 309 | 267 |
| Literate Population | 764 | 467 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 501 | 192 | 309 |
Connectivity of Sawla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sawla. As per the 2011 stats, Sawla 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 Sawla
Knowing the nearby villages of Sawla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sawla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sawla
- Where is Sawla located?
- Sawla village is situated in Khadganva Tehsil, within the Koriya district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sawla?
- Sawla serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sawla?
- The pincode of Sawla is 497449, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sawla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sawla is 1,265, with 659 males and 606 females.
- How many households are there in Sawla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sawla village has a total of 279 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sawla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sawla is 60.40%. The male literacy rate is 70.86%, while the female literacy rate is 49.01%.