Sawana - Rajgarh, Sirmaur
Sawana is a village situated in the Rajgarh tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Dahan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sawana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawana is 022638. The village covers a total geographical area of 590 hectares and falls under the 173101 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Sawana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawana
According to the 2011 Census, Sawana village had a total population of 244 people, including 126 males and 118 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.43%, with male literacy at 91.74% and female literacy at 76.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 89.
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 | 244 | 126 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 52 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 100 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 26 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Sawana
Sawana 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 Sawana
Public transport in the Sawana is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Sawana is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sawana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sawana
Where is Sawana located?
Sawana village is located in Rajgarh Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sawana?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawana is Dahan.
What is the pincode of Sawana?
The pincode of Sawana is 173101.
What is the population of Sawana?
Sawana had a total population of 244, including 126 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Sawana?
Sawana had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sawana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawana was 84.43%. Male literacy was 91.74% and female literacy was 76.70%.