Sawkhera - Biswan, Sitapur
Sawkhera is a village situated in the Biswan tehsil of Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biswan and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Sitapur. Bejehra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sawkhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawkhera is 138107. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.87 hectares and falls under the 261208 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Sawkhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sevata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sitapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawkhera
According to the 2011 Census, Sawkhera village had a total population of 326 people, including 179 males and 147 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 821 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.28%, with male literacy at 61.54% and female literacy at 37.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 79.
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 | 326 | 179 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 23 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 41 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 96 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 83 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Sawkhera
Sawkhera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paloodeh | South | 1.29 km |
| Ramuwapur Kalikasingh | North-East | 1.34 km |
| Kankari | West | 1.72 km |
| Bhithauli | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Belha Dariyana | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Bijehara | South | 2.87 km |
| Bhanipur | East | 3.04 km |
| Sisaiya Dariyana | North | 3.23 km |
| Lakhani Jadpur | East | 3.36 km |
| Jamauli | South-West | 3.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sawkhera
Sawkhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Biswan, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitapur to Sawkhera is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawkhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawkhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sawkhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawkhera 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 Sawkhera
Where is Sawkhera located?
Sawkhera village is located in Biswan Tehsil, Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawkhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawkhera is Bejehra.
What is the pincode of Sawkhera?
The pincode of Sawkhera is 261208.
What is the population of Sawkhera?
Sawkhera had a total population of 326, including 179 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Sawkhera?
Sawkhera had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sawkhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawkhera was 51.28%. Male literacy was 61.54% and female literacy was 37.61%.