Sawanta
Sawanta is a village located in Jaswan tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 90km away from district headquarter Kotla Khas. Kotla Khas is the sub-district headquarter of Sawanta village. As per 2009 stats, Lag is the gram panchayat of Sawanta village.
Here you can discover what makes Sawanta unique in its vibrant Jaswan-Kangra region. You’ll see Sawanta’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sawanta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sawanta is 010690. The village spans a total geographical area of 108.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177106. Dera Gopipur is nearest town to Sawanta village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sawanta
Population of Sawanta
According to the 2011 Census, Sawanta has a total population of about 342, with approximately 187 males and 155 females. The sex ratio is around 828 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 30 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 70 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.12%, with male literacy at about 81.28% and female literacy near 78.71%. There are around 63 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sawanta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 342 | 187 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 43 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 274 | 152 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 35 | 33 |
Connectivity of Sawanta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sawanta. As per the 2011 stats, Sawanta 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 |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sawanta
Knowing the nearby villages of Sawanta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sawanta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sawanta
- Where is Sawanta located?
- Sawanta village is situated in Jaswan Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sawanta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sawanta is Lag (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sawanta?
- The pincode of Sawanta is 177106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sawanta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sawanta is 342, with 187 males and 155 females.
- How many households are there in Sawanta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sawanta village has a total of 63 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sawanta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sawanta is 80.12%. The male literacy rate is 81.28%, while the female literacy rate is 78.71%.