Sawidar - Jaswantpura, Jalore
Sawidar is a village situated in the Jaswantpura tehsil of Jalore district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 12 km from Bhinmal and around 84 km from Jalor. Savidar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sawidar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawidar is 089400. The village covers a total geographical area of 1339 hectares and falls under the 343049 pincode. Bhinmal is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sawidar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raniwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawidar
As per Census 2011, Sawidar village has a total population of 3,062 people, consisting of 1,494 males and 1,568 females. The village has 575 households and a sex ratio of 1,049 females per 1,000 males. There are 554 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,094 literate and 1,968 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 774 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawidar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,062 | 1,494 | 1,568 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 554 | 302 | 252 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 48 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 774 | 402 | 372 |
| Literate Population | 1,094 | 724 | 370 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,968 | 770 | 1,198 |
Nearby Villages of Sawidar
Sawidar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chitrodi | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Gajipura | North | 2.69 km |
| Khanda Deol | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Karloo | South-East | 2.83 km |
| Paharpura | East | 4.12 km |
| Basra Bhoja | South | 4.32 km |
| Mandhar | North-East | 4.45 km |
| Kodita | North | 4.75 km |
| Pawli | East | 4.85 km |
| Alri | West | 4.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sawidar
Sawidar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Marwar Kori, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 133.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhinmal to Sawidar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalor to Sawidar is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawidar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawidar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sawidar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawidar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sawidar
Where is Sawidar located?
Sawidar village is located in Jaswantpura Tehsil, Jalore district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawidar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawidar is Savidar.
What is the pincode of Sawidar?
The pincode of Sawidar is 343049.
What is the population of Sawidar?
Sawidar has a total population of 3,062, including 1,494 males and 1,568 females.
How many households are there in Sawidar?
There are 575 households in Sawidar.
What is the literacy rate in Sawidar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawidar is 35.73%. Male literacy is 48.46% and female literacy is 23.60%.