Suwaliya - Shergarh, Jodhpur
Suwaliya is a village situated in the Shergarh tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shergarh and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Suwaliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suwaliya is 085292. The village covers a total geographical area of 1682.77 hectares and falls under the 342022 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 115 km away.
Suwaliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shergarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suwaliya
According to the 2011 Census, Suwaliya village had a total population of 2,041 people, including 1,072 males and 969 females, living in 365 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.45%, with male literacy at 75.98% and female literacy at 43.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 242, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 433.
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 | 2,041 | 1,072 | 969 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 433 | 231 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 131 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 433 | 222 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 972 | 639 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,069 | 433 | 636 |
Nearby Villages of Suwaliya
Suwaliya 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 Suwaliya
Public transport in the Suwaliya is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Jodhpur to Suwaliya is about 115 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suwaliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suwaliya 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Suwaliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suwaliya 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Suwaliya
Where is Suwaliya located?
Suwaliya village is located in Shergarh Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Suwaliya?
Suwaliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Suwaliya?
The pincode of Suwaliya is 342022.
What is the population of Suwaliya?
Suwaliya had a total population of 2,041, including 1,072 males and 969 females.
How many households are there in Suwaliya?
Suwaliya had 365 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suwaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suwaliya was 60.45%. Male literacy was 75.98% and female literacy was 43.42%.