Sawer
Sawer is a village located in Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Pakhanjur (tehsildar office) and 149km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Saver is the gram panchayat of Sawer village.
Here you can discover what makes Sawer unique in its vibrant Pakhanjur-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Sawer’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 Sawer
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sawer is 448348. The village spans a total geographical area of 1065.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494777. Pakhanjur is nearest town to Sawer village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sawer village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sawer
Population of Sawer
According to the 2011 Census, Sawer has a total population of about 844, with approximately 433 males and 411 females. The sex ratio is around 949 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 114 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 32 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 438. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.13%, with male literacy at about 78.52% and female literacy near 57.18%. There are around 192 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sawer's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Sawer
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sawer. As per the 2011 stats, Sawer 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 Sawer
Knowing the nearby villages of Sawer helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sawer.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sawer
- Where is Sawer located?
- Sawer village is situated in Pakhanjur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sawer?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sawer is Saver (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sawer?
- The pincode of Sawer is 494777, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sawer as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sawer is 844, with 433 males and 411 females.
- How many households are there in Sawer as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sawer village has a total of 192 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sawer as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sawer is 68.13%. The male literacy rate is 78.52%, while the female literacy rate is 57.18%.