Sawan - Rasra, Ballia
Sawan is a village situated in the Rasra tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rasra and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Sawan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawan is 198471. The village covers a total geographical area of 449.64 hectares and falls under the 277123 pincode.
Sawan 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 Sawan
As per Census 2011, Sawan village has a total population of 4,584 people, consisting of 2,421 males and 2,163 females. The village has 671 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 681 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,772 literate and 1,812 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,182 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 260 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawan are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sawan
Sawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alampur T.sawan | North | 0.94 km |
| Parsia | South | 1.14 km |
| Chogada | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Pakhanpura | East | 1.48 km |
| Nadaul Urf Piyarhi | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Allipur T. Sawan | North-West | 1.64 km |
| Tarwa | West | 1.65 km |
| Ukchhi | North | 2.04 km |
| Deoria | South | 2.11 km |
| Chhitupali | North-West | 2.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sawan
Sawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chilkahar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Sawan is about 29 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 Sawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawan 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 Sawan
Where is Sawan located?
Sawan village is located in Rasra Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawan?
Sawan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sawan?
The pincode of Sawan is 277123.
What is the population of Sawan?
Sawan has a total population of 4,584, including 2,421 males and 2,163 females.
How many households are there in Sawan?
There are 671 households in Sawan.
What is the literacy rate in Sawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawan is 60.47%. Male literacy is 72.82% and female literacy is 46.65%.