Sarwa - Ramgarh, Samba
Sarwa is a village situated in the Ramgarh tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Samba and around 20 km from Samba. Chak Salaria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarwa is 006486. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.8 hectares and falls under the 181141 pincode.
Sarwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vijay pur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarwa
According to the 2011 Census, Sarwa village had a total population of 750 people, including 362 males and 388 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 1,072 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.89%, with male literacy at 89.71% and female literacy at 72.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 750 | 362 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 51 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 529 | 279 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 83 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Sarwa
Sarwa 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 Sarwa
Sarwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sarwa.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Samba to Sarwa is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sarwa
Where is Sarwa located?
Sarwa village is located in Ramgarh Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarwa is Chak Salaria.
What is the pincode of Sarwa?
The pincode of Sarwa is 181141.
What is the population of Sarwa?
Sarwa had a total population of 750, including 362 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Sarwa?
Sarwa had 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarwa was 80.89%. Male literacy was 89.71% and female literacy was 72.89%.