Sahwa - Taranagar, Churu
Sahwa is a village situated in the Taranagar tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Taranagar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Churu.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahwa is 069945. The village covers a total geographical area of 11051 hectares and falls under the 331302 pincode. Taranagar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Sahwa is administered under an Urban Local Body.
Population of Sahwa
As per Census 2011, Sahwa village has a total population of 14,841 people, consisting of 7,769 males and 7,072 females. The village has 2,694 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,441 literate and 6,400 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,333 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 173 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,841 | 7,769 | 7,072 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,161 | 1,151 | 1,010 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,333 | 1,750 | 1,583 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 89 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 8,441 | 5,060 | 3,381 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,400 | 2,709 | 3,691 |
Nearby Villages of Sahwa
Sahwa 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 Sahwa
Sahwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Taranagar to Sahwa is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Sahwa is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sahwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahwa 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sahwa
Where is Sahwa located?
Sahwa village is located in Taranagar Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the pincode of Sahwa?
The pincode of Sahwa is 331302.
What is the population of Sahwa?
Sahwa has a total population of 14,841, including 7,769 males and 7,072 females.
How many households are there in Sahwa?
There are 2,694 households in Sahwa.
What is the literacy rate in Sahwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahwa is 56.88%. Male literacy is 65.13% and female literacy is 47.81%.