Sawer - Bande, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Sawer is a village situated in the Bande tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Pakhanjur and around 149 km from Kanker. Saver serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sawer village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawer is 448348. The village covers a total geographical area of 1065.44 hectares and falls under the 494777 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sawer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawer
According to the 2011 Census, Sawer village had a total population of 844 people, including 433 males and 411 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.77%, with male literacy at 88.08% and female literacy at 68.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 438.
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 | 844 | 433 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 47 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 438 | 229 | 209 |
| Literate Population | 575 | 340 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 93 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Sawer
Sawer is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bande Colony | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Raghunathpur | South | 2.32 km |
| Shantipur | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Pindkasa | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Bande | North-West | 3.46 km |
| Hawalbaras | South | 3.89 km |
| Vijaipur | North-West | 3.91 km |
| Karkonda | North-West | 4.05 km |
| Palnadi | North | 4.29 km |
| Janakpur | North-East | 4.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sawer
Sawer is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 142.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pakhanjur to Sawer is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Sawer is about 149 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawer village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sawer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawer village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sawer
Where is Sawer located?
Sawer village is located in Bande Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sawer?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawer is Saver.
What is the pincode of Sawer?
The pincode of Sawer is 494777.
What is the population of Sawer?
Sawer had a total population of 844, including 433 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Sawer?
Sawer had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sawer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawer was 78.77%. Male literacy was 88.08% and female literacy was 68.31%.