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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Sawana village has a total population of 244 people, consisting of 126 males and 118 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 179 literate and 65 illiterate residents. Additionally, 89 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 244 | 126 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 52 | 37 |
| 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 has a total population of 244, including 126 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Sawana?
There are 51 households in Sawana.
What is the literacy rate in Sawana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawana is 73.36%. Male literacy is 79.37% and female literacy is 66.95%.