Suwarha - Harraiya, Basti
Suwarha is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Sauraha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suwarha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suwarha is 179245. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.3 hectares and falls under the 272163 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Suwarha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suwarha
According to the 2011 Census, Suwarha village had a total population of 513 people, including 263 males and 250 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.54%, with male literacy at 74.18% and female literacy at 54.76%. 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 | 513 | 263 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 50 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 158 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 105 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Suwarha
Suwarha 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 Suwarha
Suwarha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Suwarha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Suwarha is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suwarha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suwarha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Suwarha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suwarha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Suwarha
Where is Suwarha located?
Suwarha village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suwarha?
The Gram Panchayat of Suwarha is Sauraha.
What is the pincode of Suwarha?
The pincode of Suwarha is 272163.
What is the population of Suwarha?
Suwarha had a total population of 513, including 263 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Suwarha?
Suwarha had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suwarha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suwarha was 64.54%. Male literacy was 74.18% and female literacy was 54.76%.