Sahwai
Sahwai is a village located in Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Shahganj (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Chakraj Sahawai is the gram panchayat of Sahwai village.
Here you can discover what makes Sahwai unique in its vibrant Shahganj-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Sahwai’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 Sahwai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sahwai is 200264. The village spans a total geographical area of 103.29 hectares. Shahganj is nearest town to Sahwai village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Sahwai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shahganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sahwai
Population of Sahwai
According to the 2011 Census, Sahwai has a total population of about 2,461, with approximately 1,124 males and 1,337 females. The sex ratio is around 1189 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 376 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 149 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.10%, with male literacy at about 70.37% and female literacy near 56.99%. There are around 355 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sahwai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,461 | 1,124 | 1,337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 376 | 194 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 73 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,553 | 791 | 762 |
| Illiterate Population | 908 | 333 | 575 |
Connectivity of Sahwai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sahwai. As per the 2011 stats, Sahwai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sahwai
Knowing the nearby villages of Sahwai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sahwai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sahwai
- Where is Sahwai located?
- Sahwai village is situated in Shahganj Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sahwai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sahwai is Chakraj Sahawai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sahwai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sahwai is 2,461, with 1,124 males and 1,337 females.
- How many households are there in Sahwai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sahwai village has a total of 355 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sahwai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sahwai is 63.10%. The male literacy rate is 70.37%, while the female literacy rate is 56.99%.