Sewal - Mayur Hand, Chatra
Sewal is a village situated in the Mayur Hand subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 45 km from Chatra, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Karma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sewal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sewal is 349216. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 825408 pincode.
Sewal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sewal
As per Census 2011, Sewal village has a total population of 509 people, consisting of 245 males and 264 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 1,077 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 292 literate and 217 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sewal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 509 | 245 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 40 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 24 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 292 | 162 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 83 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Sewal
Sewal 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 Sewal
Public transport in the Sewal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chatra to Sewal is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sewal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sewal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sewal
Where is Sewal located?
Sewal village is located in Mayur Hand Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sewal is Karma.
What is the pincode of Sewal?
The pincode of Sewal is 825408.
What is the population of Sewal?
Sewal has a total population of 509, including 245 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Sewal?
There are 88 households in Sewal.
What is the literacy rate in Sewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sewal is 57.37%. Male literacy is 66.12% and female literacy is 49.24%.