Sewna - Chenani, Udhampur
Sewna is a village situated in the Chenani tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chenani and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Sewna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sewna is 005009. The village covers a total geographical area of 531.8 hectares and falls under the 182141 pincode. Chenani is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Sewna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sewna
As per Census 2011, Sewna village has a total population of 1,234 people, consisting of 624 males and 610 females. The village has 192 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 229 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 673 literate and 561 illiterate residents. Additionally, 413 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 60 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sewna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,234 | 624 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 111 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 413 | 204 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 28 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 673 | 406 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 561 | 218 | 343 |
Nearby Villages of Sewna
Sewna is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bant | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Satyalta | South-East | 2.85 km |
| Charat | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Champari | North-East | 3.87 km |
| Samroli | North-West | 3.96 km |
| Chirdi | North | 4.19 km |
| Ghantwal | North | 4.37 km |
| Pakhlai | South-West | 5.21 km |
| Manta | West | 5.61 km |
| Ladha | North-West | 6.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sewna
Sewna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Udhampur, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chenani to Sewna is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Sewna is about 19 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 Sewna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sewna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sewna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sewna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sewna
Where is Sewna located?
Sewna village is located in Chenani Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sewna?
Sewna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sewna?
The pincode of Sewna is 182141.
What is the population of Sewna?
Sewna has a total population of 1,234, including 624 males and 610 females.
How many households are there in Sewna?
There are 192 households in Sewna.
What is the literacy rate in Sewna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sewna is 54.54%. Male literacy is 65.06% and female literacy is 43.77%.