Sanwal
About Sanwal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sanwal village is 006828. Sanwal village is located in Chaurah tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 98km away from district headquarter Bhanjraru. Bhanjraru is the sub-district headquarter of Sanwal village. As per 2009 stats, Sanwal village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 408 hectares. Sanwal has a total population of 1,300 peoples, out of which male population is 685 while female population is 615. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 897 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sanwal village is 36.23% out of which 45.40% males and 26.02% females are literate. There are about 189 houses in sanwal village. Pincode of sanwal village locality is 176316.
When it comes to administration, Sanwal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sanwal village comes under Churah Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Chamba is nearest town to sanwal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Sanwal
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,300 | 685 | 615 |
| Children (0-6) | 263 | 139 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 481 | 272 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 471 | 311 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 829 | 374 | 455 |
Connectivity of Sanwal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sanwal
Where is Sanwal located?
Sanwal village is situated in Chaurah Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanwal?
Sanwal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sanwal?
The pincode of Sanwal is 176316, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sanwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sanwal is 1,300, with 685 males and 615 females.
How many households are there in Sanwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sanwal village has a total of 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sanwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sanwal is 36.23%. The male literacy rate is 45.40%, while the female literacy rate is 26.02%.