Swala
About Swala
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Swala village is 009524. Swala village is located in Dharmsala tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from Dharmsala, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Swala village. As per 2009 stats, Kaliara is the gram panchayat of Swala village.
The total geographical area of village is 65.26 hectares. Swala has a total population of 688 peoples, out of which male population is 341 while female population is 347. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1017 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of swala village is 71.66% out of which 76.54% males and 66.86% females are literate. There are about 152 houses in swala village. Pincode of swala village locality is 176215.
When it comes to administration, Swala 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, Swala village comes under Shahpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Dharmsala is nearest town to swala village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Swala
The population details of Swala cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 688 | 341 | 347 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 79 | 46 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 268 | 125 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 493 | 261 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 80 | 115 |
Connectivity of Swala
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Swala
Where is Swala located?
Swala village is situated in Dharmsala Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Swala?
The Gram Panchayat of Swala is Kaliara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Swala?
The pincode of Swala is 176215, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Swala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Swala is 688, with 341 males and 347 females.
How many households are there in Swala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Swala village has a total of 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Swala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Swala is 71.66%. The male literacy rate is 76.54%, while the female literacy rate is 66.86%.