Swara - Ghuwara, Chhatarpur
Swara is a village situated in the Ghuwara tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghuwara and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Swara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Swara is 458228. The village covers a total geographical area of 985.36 hectares and falls under the 471313 pincode. Ghuwara is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Swara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Swara
As per Census 2011, Swara village has a total population of 1,983 people, consisting of 1,043 males and 940 females. The village has 482 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 328 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 911 literate and 1,072 illiterate residents. Additionally, 630 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Swara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,983 | 1,043 | 940 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 172 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 630 | 334 | 296 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 911 | 562 | 349 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,072 | 481 | 591 |
Nearby Villages of Swara
Swara 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 Swara
Swara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghuwara to Swara is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Swara is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Swara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Swara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Swara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Swara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Swara
Where is Swara located?
Swara village is located in Ghuwara Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Swara?
Swara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Swara?
The pincode of Swara is 471313.
What is the population of Swara?
Swara has a total population of 1,983, including 1,043 males and 940 females.
How many households are there in Swara?
There are 482 households in Swara.
What is the literacy rate in Swara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Swara is 45.94%. Male literacy is 53.88% and female literacy is 37.13%.