Swar

Swar is a village located in Baroh tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 46km away from district headquarter Baroh. Baroh is the sub-district headquarter of Swar village. As per 2009 stats, Balugaloa is the gram panchayat of Swar village.

Swar has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Swar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Swar is 010103. The village spans a total geographical area of 26.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176029. Jwalamukhi is nearest town to Swar village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Swar

Below is a concise population overview of Swar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 113 53 60
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 14 6 8
Scheduled Castes (SC) 5 1 4
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 80 38 42
Literate Population 81 41 40
Illiterate Population 32 12 20

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Swar village:

  • The total population of Swar village is around 113, including approximately 53 males and 60 females, with a sex ratio of 1132 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 14 children aged 0–6 years in Swar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Swar village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 80 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Swar village is about 71.68%, with male literacy at 77.36% and female literacy at 66.67%.
  • There are around 24 households in Swar village.

Connectivity of Swar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Swar. As per the 2011 stats, Swar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Swar

Knowing the nearby villages of Swar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Swar.

Frequently Asked Questions about Swar

Where is Swar located?
Swar village is situated in Baroh Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Swar?
The Gram Panchayat of Swar is Balugaloa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Swar?
The pincode of Swar is 176029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Swar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Swar is 113, with 53 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Swar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Swar village has a total of 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Swar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Swar is 71.68%. The male literacy rate is 77.36%, while the female literacy rate is 66.67%.