Sawara - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Sawara is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Savra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sawara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawara is 214334. The village covers a total geographical area of 336 hectares and falls under the 231223 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
Sawara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawara
As per Census 2011, Sawara village has a total population of 1,626 people, consisting of 836 males and 790 females. The village has 291 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 312 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 733 literate and 893 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 596 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,626 | 836 | 790 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 171 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 596 | 298 | 298 |
| Literate Population | 733 | 474 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 893 | 362 | 531 |
Nearby Villages of Sawara
Sawara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Duba | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Rajasari | West | 2.09 km |
| Ashanahar | South-West | 3.12 km |
| Chak Chapki | South-West | 3.75 km |
| Ghaghari | East | 4.14 km |
| Nadhira | North-West | 4.27 km |
| Babhani | South-East | 4.49 km |
| Kirwil | North | 4.58 km |
| Hathiyar | West | 5.61 km |
| Chapaki | West | 5.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sawara
Sawara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Renukut, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 133.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Sawara is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawara 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 Sawara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sawara
Where is Sawara located?
Sawara village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawara is Savra.
What is the pincode of Sawara?
The pincode of Sawara is 231223.
What is the population of Sawara?
Sawara has a total population of 1,626, including 836 males and 790 females.
How many households are there in Sawara?
There are 291 households in Sawara.
What is the literacy rate in Sawara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawara is 45.08%. Male literacy is 56.70% and female literacy is 32.78%.