Sawara - Anandpur Sahib, Rupnagar
Sawara is a village situated in the Anandpur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anandpur Sahib and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Rupnagar. Swara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sawara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawara is 038344. The village covers a total geographical area of 465 hectares and falls under the 140128 pincode. Anandpur Sahib is the nearest town.
Sawara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the S.a.s.nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anandpur Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawara
According to the 2011 Census, Sawara village had a total population of 439 people, including 232 males and 207 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.81%, with male literacy at 76.21% and female literacy at 60.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 439 | 232 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 157 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 75 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Sawara
Sawara 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 Sawara
Sawara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Rupnagar to Sawara is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 >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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sawara
Where is Sawara located?
Sawara village is located in Anandpur Sahib Tehsil, Rupnagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawara is Swara.
What is the pincode of Sawara?
The pincode of Sawara is 140128.
What is the population of Sawara?
Sawara had a total population of 439, including 232 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Sawara?
Sawara had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sawara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawara was 68.81%. Male literacy was 76.21% and female literacy was 60.44%.