Sahwajpur - Rasra, Ballia
Sahwajpur is a village situated in the Rasra tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rasra and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Sahabajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahwajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahwajpur is 198305. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.52 hectares and falls under the 221712 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Sahwajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghosi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahwajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sahwajpur village had a total population of 656 people, including 326 males and 330 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.02%, with male literacy at 84.93% and female literacy at 58.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 472.
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 | 656 | 326 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 54 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 472 | 233 | 239 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 231 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 95 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Sahwajpur
Sahwajpur 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 Sahwajpur
Sahwajpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Sahwajpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballia to Sahwajpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Sahwajpur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahwajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahwajpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sahwajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahwajpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sahwajpur
Where is Sahwajpur located?
Sahwajpur village is located in Rasra Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahwajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahwajpur is Sahabajpur.
What is the pincode of Sahwajpur?
The pincode of Sahwajpur is 221712.
What is the population of Sahwajpur?
Sahwajpur had a total population of 656, including 326 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Sahwajpur?
Sahwajpur had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahwajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahwajpur was 71.02%. Male literacy was 84.93% and female literacy was 58.16%.