Sahwai
About Sahwai
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sahwai village is 200264. Sahwai village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 103.29 hectares. Sahwai has a total population of 2,461 peoples, out of which male population is 1,124 while female population is 1,337. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1189 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sahwai village is 63.10% out of which 70.37% males and 56.99% females are literate. There are about 355 houses in sahwai village.
When it comes to administration, Sahwai village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sahwai village comes under Shahganj Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jaunpur Lok Sabha constituency. Shahganj is nearest town to sahwai village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Sahwai
The population details of Sahwai cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,461 | 1,124 | 1,337 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 376 | 194 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 149 | 73 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,553 | 791 | 762 |
| Illiterate Population | 908 | 333 | 575 |
Connectivity of Sahwai
| 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 |
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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%.