Sawani - Ramban
Sawani is a village situated in the Ramban tehsil of Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 11 km from Ramban, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Sawani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawani is 004580. The village covers a total geographical area of 1195.2 hectares and falls under the 182148 pincode. Ramban is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Sawani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ramban Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawani
As per Census 2011, Sawani village has a total population of 1,986 people, consisting of 1,031 males and 955 females. The village has 373 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 334 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 843 literate and 1,143 illiterate residents. Additionally, 358 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 136 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,986 | 1,031 | 955 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 163 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 358 | 197 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 68 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 843 | 549 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,143 | 482 | 661 |
Nearby Villages of Sawani
Sawani 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 Sawani
Public transport in the Sawani is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramban to Sawani is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawani 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sawani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sawani
Where is Sawani located?
Sawani village is located in Ramban Tehsil, Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawani?
Sawani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sawani?
The pincode of Sawani is 182148.
What is the population of Sawani?
Sawani has a total population of 1,986, including 1,031 males and 955 females.
How many households are there in Sawani?
There are 373 households in Sawani.
What is the literacy rate in Sawani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawani is 42.45%. Male literacy is 53.25% and female literacy is 30.79%.