Sawal Nagar - Lohawat, Phalodi
Sawal Nagar is a village situated in the Lohawat tehsil of Phalodi district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 18 km from Phalodi and around 125 km from Jodhpur. Ramdeo Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sawal Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawal Nagar is 084237. The village covers a total geographical area of 699 hectares and falls under the 342302 pincode. Phalodi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sawal Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lohawat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawal Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Sawal Nagar village had a total population of 425 people, including 218 males and 207 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.79%, with male literacy at 66.07% and female literacy at 30.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 425 | 218 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 50 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 111 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 107 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Sawal Nagar
Sawal Nagar 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 Sawal Nagar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sawal Nagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phalodi to Sawal Nagar is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jodhpur to Sawal Nagar is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawal Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawal Nagar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sawal Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawal Nagar 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 Sawal Nagar
Where is Sawal Nagar located?
Sawal Nagar village is located in Lohawat Tehsil, Phalodi district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawal Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawal Nagar is Ramdeo Nagar.
What is the pincode of Sawal Nagar?
The pincode of Sawal Nagar is 342302.
What is the population of Sawal Nagar?
Sawal Nagar had a total population of 425, including 218 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Sawal Nagar?
Sawal Nagar had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sawal Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawal Nagar was 48.79%. Male literacy was 66.07% and female literacy was 30.86%.