Swaru - Dehra Gopipur, Kangra
Swaru is a village situated in the Dehra Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from Dharmsala. Sunhet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Swaru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Swaru is 010293. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.35 hectares and falls under the 177104 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Swaru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dehra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Swaru
According to the 2011 Census, Swaru village had a total population of 469 people, including 211 males and 258 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 1,223 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.80%, with male literacy at 86.32% and female literacy at 76.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 56.
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 | 469 | 211 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 21 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 164 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 47 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Swaru
Swaru 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 Swaru
Public transport in the Swaru is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dharmsala to Swaru is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Swaru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Swaru 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 Swaru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Swaru 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 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Swaru
Where is Swaru located?
Swaru village is located in Dehra Gopipur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Swaru?
The Gram Panchayat of Swaru is Sunhet.
What is the pincode of Swaru?
The pincode of Swaru is 177104.
What is the population of Swaru?
Swaru had a total population of 469, including 211 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Swaru?
Swaru had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Swaru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Swaru was 80.80%. Male literacy was 86.32% and female literacy was 76.37%.