Sawan
Sawan is a village located in Rasra tehsil of Ballia district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Rasra (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Ballia. As per 2009 stats, Sawan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sawan unique in its vibrant Rasra-Ballia region. You’ll see Sawan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sawan is 198471. The village spans a total geographical area of 449.64 hectares. Rasra is nearest town to Sawan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sawan
Population of Sawan
According to the 2011 Census, Sawan has a total population of about 4,584, with approximately 2,421 males and 2,163 females. The sex ratio is around 893 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 681 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,182 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 260. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.47%, with male literacy at about 72.82% and female literacy near 46.65%. There are around 671 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,584 | 2,421 | 2,163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 681 | 355 | 326 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,182 | 657 | 525 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 260 | 134 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 2,772 | 1,763 | 1,009 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,812 | 658 | 1,154 |
Connectivity of Sawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sawan. As per the 2011 stats, Sawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Sawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sawan
- Where is Sawan located?
- Sawan village is situated in Rasra Tehsil, within the Ballia district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sawan?
- Sawan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sawan is 4,584, with 2,421 males and 2,163 females.
- How many households are there in Sawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sawan village has a total of 671 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sawan is 60.47%. The male literacy rate is 72.82%, while the female literacy rate is 46.65%.