Sewat - Marmat, Doda
Sewat is a village situated in the Marmat tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 43 km from Doda and around 43 km from Doda. Sewat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sewat is 004188. The village covers a total geographical area of 807.8 hectares and falls under the 182201 pincode. Doda is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Sewat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sewat
According to the 2011 Census, Sewat village had a total population of 1,036 people, including 543 males and 493 females, living in 212 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.97%, with male literacy at 64.73% and female literacy at 29.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 121, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 1,036 | 543 | 493 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 95 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 67 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 290 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 622 | 253 | 369 |
Transport and Connectivity of Sewat
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Sewat. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Sewat.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Doda to Sewat is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sewat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sewat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sewat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sewat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sewat
Where is Sewat located?
Sewat village is located in Marmat Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sewat?
Sewat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sewat?
The pincode of Sewat is 182201.
What is the population of Sewat?
Sewat had a total population of 1,036, including 543 males and 493 females.
How many households are there in Sewat?
Sewat had 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sewat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sewat was 47.97%. Male literacy was 64.73% and female literacy was 29.88%.