Sewan
Sewan is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Sihwan is the gram panchayat of Sewan village.
Here you can discover what makes Sewan unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Sewan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sewan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sewan is 032018. The village spans a total geographical area of 158 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144523. Garhshankar is nearest town to Sewan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sewan
Population of Sewan
According to the 2011 Census, Sewan has a total population of about 852, with approximately 417 males and 435 females. The sex ratio is around 1043 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 104 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 336 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.66%, with male literacy at about 77.22% and female literacy near 60.46%. There are around 176 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sewan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 852 | 417 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 53 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 336 | 161 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 585 | 322 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 95 | 172 |
Connectivity of Sewan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sewan. As per the 2011 stats, Sewan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sewan
Knowing the nearby villages of Sewan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sewan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sewan
- Where is Sewan located?
- Sewan village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sewan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sewan is Sihwan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sewan?
- The pincode of Sewan is 144523, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sewan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sewan is 852, with 417 males and 435 females.
- How many households are there in Sewan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sewan village has a total of 176 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sewan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sewan is 68.66%. The male literacy rate is 77.22%, while the female literacy rate is 60.46%.