Sanwara
Sanwara is a village located in Gandoh tehsil of Doda district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Gandoh (tehsildar office) and 73km away from district headquarter Doda. As per 2009 stats, Sanwara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sanwara unique in its vibrant Gandoh-Doda region. You’ll see Sanwara’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 Sanwara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sanwara is 004343. The village spans a total geographical area of 195.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182203. Doda is nearest town to Sanwara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 70km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sanwara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Udhampur  Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sanwara
Population of Sanwara
According to the 2011 Census, Sanwara has a total population of about 1,757, with approximately 913 males and 844 females. The sex ratio is around 924 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 384 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 593. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.41%, with male literacy at about 53.67% and female literacy near 26.07%. There are around 319 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sanwara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,757 | 913 | 844 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 384 | 200 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 593 | 313 | 280 |
| Literate Population | 710 | 490 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,047 | 423 | 624 |
Connectivity of Sanwara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sanwara. As per the 2011 stats, Sanwara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sanwara
Knowing the nearby villages of Sanwara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sanwara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sanwara
- Where is Sanwara located?
- Sanwara village is situated in Gandoh Tehsil, within the Doda district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sanwara?
- Sanwara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sanwara?
- The pincode of Sanwara is 182203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sanwara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sanwara is 1,757, with 913 males and 844 females.
- How many households are there in Sanwara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sanwara village has a total of 319 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sanwara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sanwara is 40.41%. The male literacy rate is 53.67%, while the female literacy rate is 26.07%.