Sawrad - Marwar Junction, Pali
Sawrad is a village situated in the Marwar Junction tehsil of Pali district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Marwar Junction and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Pali. Sawrad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawrad is 090943. The village covers a total geographical area of 2704 hectares and falls under the 306103 pincode. Sojat is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Sawrad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marwar junction Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawrad
As per Census 2011, Sawrad village has a total population of 4,400 people, consisting of 2,093 males and 2,307 females. The village has 932 households and a sex ratio of 1,102 females per 1,000 males. There are 544 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,262 literate and 2,138 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,087 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawrad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,400 | 2,093 | 2,307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 544 | 288 | 256 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,087 | 543 | 544 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,262 | 1,331 | 931 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,138 | 762 | 1,376 |
Nearby Villages of Sawrad
Sawrad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Reesaniya | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Bhaisana | North-West | 4.06 km |
| Dhundhala | North-East | 5.08 km |
| Musaliya | East | 5.21 km |
| Hameer Was | South-East | 5.35 km |
| Bali | South-West | 5.36 km |
| Bheenwli | East | 5.68 km |
| Manda | South | 5.70 km |
| Sojat Road (ct) | North-East | 6.03 km |
| Rajola Khurd | South-East | 6.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sawrad
Sawrad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhesana, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sojat to Sawrad is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pali to Sawrad is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawrad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawrad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sawrad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawrad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sawrad
Where is Sawrad located?
Sawrad village is located in Marwar Junction Tehsil, Pali district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawrad?
Sawrad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sawrad?
The pincode of Sawrad is 306103.
What is the population of Sawrad?
Sawrad has a total population of 4,400, including 2,093 males and 2,307 females.
How many households are there in Sawrad?
There are 932 households in Sawrad.
What is the literacy rate in Sawrad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawrad is 51.41%. Male literacy is 63.59% and female literacy is 40.36%.