Sawalkote - Arnas, Reasi
Sawalkote is a village situated in the Arnas tehsil of Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Gool-gulabgarh and around 90 km from Reasi. Khanikote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sawalkote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawalkote is 005219. The village covers a total geographical area of 1610.3 hectares and falls under the 182313 pincode. Reasi is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Sawalkote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sawalkote
According to the 2011 Census, Sawalkote village had a total population of 801 people, including 428 males and 373 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.78%, with male literacy at 59.18% and female literacy at 32.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 110.
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 | 801 | 428 | 373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 85 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 54 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 203 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 503 | 225 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Sawalkote
Sawalkote 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 Sawalkote
Public transport in the Sawalkote is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Reasi to Sawalkote is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Reasi to Sawalkote is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawalkote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawalkote 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 Sawalkote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawalkote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sawalkote
Where is Sawalkote located?
Sawalkote village is located in Arnas Tehsil, Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawalkote?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawalkote is Khanikote.
What is the pincode of Sawalkote?
The pincode of Sawalkote is 182313.
What is the population of Sawalkote?
Sawalkote had a total population of 801, including 428 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Sawalkote?
Sawalkote had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sawalkote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawalkote was 46.78%. Male literacy was 59.18% and female literacy was 32.31%.