Sewarih - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Sewarih is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakaldiha and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Sewarih village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sewarih is 206900. The village covers a total geographical area of 316.23 hectares and falls under the 232109 pincode. Chandauli is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sewarih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakaldiha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sewarih
As per Census 2011, Sewarih village has a total population of 1,476 people, consisting of 767 males and 709 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 261 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 875 literate and 601 illiterate residents. Additionally, 189 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sewarih are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,476 | 767 | 709 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 135 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 101 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 875 | 535 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 601 | 232 | 369 |
Nearby Villages of Sewarih
Sewarih 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hududipur | South-West | 1.17 km |
| Bhalehata | South | 1.25 km |
| Kakarahati | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Sarai Rasulpur | West | 1.72 km |
| Virana | East | 1.93 km |
| Phoolpur Urf Prasadpur | North | 2.02 km |
| Devarapur | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Dharavn | North | 2.16 km |
| Keshavpur | South | 2.31 km |
| Prabhupur | South | 2.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sewarih
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sewarih. The nearest railway station is Sakaldiha, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.8 km.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandauli to Sewarih is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chandauli to Sewarih is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sewarih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sewarih 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 Sewarih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sewarih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sewarih
Where is Sewarih located?
Sewarih village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sewarih?
Sewarih is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sewarih?
The pincode of Sewarih is 232109.
What is the population of Sewarih?
Sewarih has a total population of 1,476, including 767 males and 709 females.
How many households are there in Sewarih?
There are 226 households in Sewarih.
What is the literacy rate in Sewarih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sewarih is 59.28%. Male literacy is 69.75% and female literacy is 47.95%.