Sawasan - Ramshahr, Solan
Sawasan is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Chamdar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sawasan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawasan is 020607. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.27 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Sawasan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawasan
According to the 2011 Census, Sawasan village had a total population of 60 people, including 34 males and 26 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 765 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.33%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 27 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 7 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Sawasan
Sawasan 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 Sawasan
Public transport in the Sawasan is mainly available through shared van 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 Solan to Sawasan is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawasan 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 Sawasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawasan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sawasan
Where is Sawasan located?
Sawasan village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawasan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawasan is Chamdar.
What is the pincode of Sawasan?
The pincode of Sawasan is 174102.
What is the population of Sawasan?
Sawasan had a total population of 60, including 34 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Sawasan?
Sawasan had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sawasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawasan was 83.33%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 75.00%.