Pawa - Sumerpur, Pali
Pawa is a village situated in the Sumerpur tehsil of Pali district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sumerpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Pali. Pawa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pawa is 091217. The village covers a total geographical area of 3988 hectares and falls under the 306708 pincode. Sumerpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Pawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sumerpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pawa
As per Census 2011, Pawa village has a total population of 6,516 people, consisting of 3,162 males and 3,354 females. The village has 1,374 households and a sex ratio of 1,060 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,018 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,108 literate and 3,408 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,379 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,107 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,516 | 3,162 | 3,354 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,018 | 521 | 497 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,379 | 716 | 663 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,107 | 557 | 550 |
| Literate Population | 3,108 | 1,864 | 1,244 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,408 | 1,298 | 2,110 |
Nearby Villages of Pawa
Pawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gura Indrapura | West | 3.35 km |
| Basant | South-East | 4.29 km |
| Heengola | South | 4.66 km |
| Rodala | West | 5.88 km |
| Pichawa | East | 6.55 km |
| Bhachoonda | North-East | 6.72 km |
| Khejariya | South-West | 6.85 km |
| Gogra | South-West | 6.94 km |
| Baba-gaon | East | 7.17 km |
| Koselao | South-East | 7.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pawa
Pawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khimel, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sumerpur to Pawa is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pali to Pawa is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pawa 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 Pawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pawa 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pawa
Where is Pawa located?
Pawa village is located in Sumerpur Tehsil, Pali district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pawa?
Pawa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pawa?
The pincode of Pawa is 306708.
What is the population of Pawa?
Pawa has a total population of 6,516, including 3,162 males and 3,354 females.
How many households are there in Pawa?
There are 1,374 households in Pawa.
What is the literacy rate in Pawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pawa is 47.70%. Male literacy is 58.95% and female literacy is 37.09%.