Swaich - Maur, Bathinda
Swaich is a village situated in the Maur tehsil of Bathinda district, Punjab. It is located approximately 17 km from Talwandi Sabo and around 47 km from Bathinda. Sawaich serves as the Gram Panchayat for Swaich village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Swaich is 035886. The village covers a total geographical area of 598 hectares and falls under the 151509 pincode. Maur is the nearest town.
Swaich village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bathinda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Swaich
As per Census 2011, Swaich village has a total population of 1,404 people, consisting of 740 males and 664 females. The village has 243 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 820 literate and 584 illiterate residents. Additionally, 163 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Swaich are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,404 | 740 | 664 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 85 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 91 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 820 | 467 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 584 | 273 | 311 |
Nearby Villages of Swaich
Swaich 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sandoha | North-West | 3.32 km |
| Bhagwan Pura | West | 4.16 km |
| Rajgarh Kube | North-East | 4.69 km |
| Kotli Khurd | East | 5.16 km |
| Talwandi Aklian | South-East | 6.00 km |
| Burj | North-West | 6.03 km |
| Behniwal | South-West | 6.50 km |
| Man Bibrian | East | 6.57 km |
| Shekh Pura | West | 6.64 km |
| Kaloh | North-East | 7.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Swaich
Swaich is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Maur, while the nearest airport is Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bathinda to Swaich is about 47 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 Swaich
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Swaich village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Swaich
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Swaich village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Swaich
Where is Swaich located?
Swaich village is located in Maur Tehsil, Bathinda district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Swaich?
The Gram Panchayat of Swaich is Sawaich.
What is the pincode of Swaich?
The pincode of Swaich is 151509.
What is the population of Swaich?
Swaich has a total population of 1,404, including 740 males and 664 females.
How many households are there in Swaich?
There are 243 households in Swaich.
What is the literacy rate in Swaich?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Swaich is 58.40%. Male literacy is 63.11% and female literacy is 53.16%.