Swara - Bharari, Bilaspur
Swara is a village situated in the Bharari tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Gahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Swara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Swara is 019198. The village covers a total geographical area of 13 hectares and falls under the 174023 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Swara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Swara
According to the 2011 Census, Swara village had a total population of 65 people, including 38 males and 27 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 711 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.31%, with male literacy at 79.41% and female literacy at 79.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 65 | 38 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 27 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 11 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Swara
Swara is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Swara
Swara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Swara is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Swara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Swara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Swara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Swara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Swara
Where is Swara located?
Swara village is located in Bharari Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Swara?
The Gram Panchayat of Swara is Gahar.
What is the pincode of Swara?
The pincode of Swara is 174023.
What is the population of Swara?
Swara had a total population of 65, including 38 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Swara?
Swara had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Swara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Swara was 79.31%. Male literacy was 79.41% and female literacy was 79.17%.