Sawara - Jabera, Damoh
Sawara is a village situated in the Jabera tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jabera and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Klumar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sawara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawara is 462673. The village covers a total geographical area of 721.8 hectares and falls under the 470663 pincode. Jabera is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sawara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sawara
As per Census 2011, Sawara village has a total population of 122 people, consisting of 59 males and 63 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,067 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 30 literate and 92 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 98 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 122 | 59 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 47 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 46 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Sawara
Sawara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tanvara | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Aloni | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Kalumar | South | 2.54 km |
| Bhainsa | North-East | 3.85 km |
| Chourai | South-East | 3.92 km |
| Karondi Singorgarh | North-West | 4.65 km |
| Jogi Kheda | North-West | 4.96 km |
| Jamuniya | South-East | 5.36 km |
| Surai | North-West | 5.36 km |
| Deori | East | 5.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sawara
Sawara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gosalpur, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Jabera to Sawara is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Damoh to Sawara is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawara 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sawara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawara 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sawara
Where is Sawara located?
Sawara village is located in Jabera Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawara is Klumar.
What is the pincode of Sawara?
The pincode of Sawara is 470663.
What is the population of Sawara?
Sawara has a total population of 122, including 59 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Sawara?
There are 30 households in Sawara.
What is the literacy rate in Sawara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawara is 24.59%. Male literacy is 22.03% and female literacy is 26.98%.