Sanwas Village - Sikrai, Dausa
Sanwas is a village situated in the Sikrai tehsil of Dausa district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sikrai and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Dausa. Mariyada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sanwas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanwas is 078325. The village covers a total geographical area of 219 hectares and falls under the 303326 pincode. Bandikui is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sanwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sikrai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dausa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sanwas
As per Census 2011, Sanwas village has a total population of 917 people, consisting of 482 males and 435 females. The village has 188 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 500 literate and 417 illiterate residents. Additionally, 281 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sanwas are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 917 | 482 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 77 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 160 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 500 | 312 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 417 | 170 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Sanwas
Sanwas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raipura Brahman | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Peepalki | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Mariyada | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Seekri | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Gaonri | North | 2.02 km |
| Leekhli | North | 2.03 km |
| Bawanpara | West | 2.68 km |
| Beendarwara | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Dhulkot | East | 3.12 km |
| Kalwan | South | 3.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sanwas
Sanwas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bandikui Jn, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bandikui to Sanwas is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dausa to Sanwas is about 33 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 Sanwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sanwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanwas 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 Sanwas
Where is Sanwas located?
Sanwas village is located in Sikrai Tehsil, Dausa district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanwas?
The Gram Panchayat of Sanwas is Mariyada.
What is the pincode of Sanwas?
The pincode of Sanwas is 303326.
What is the population of Sanwas?
Sanwas has a total population of 917, including 482 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Sanwas?
There are 188 households in Sanwas.
What is the literacy rate in Sanwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanwas is 54.53%. Male literacy is 64.73% and female literacy is 43.22%.