Sharawa - Pindra, Varanasi
Sharawa is a village situated in the Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pindra and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Varanasi. Sarava serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sharawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sharawa is 208539. The village covers a total geographical area of 291.46 hectares and falls under the 221003 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town.
Sharawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pindra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sharawa
As per Census 2011, Sharawa village has a total population of 3,138 people, consisting of 1,530 males and 1,608 females. The village has 445 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 458 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,818 literate and 1,320 illiterate residents. Additionally, 925 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sharawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,138 | 1,530 | 1,608 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 458 | 216 | 242 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 925 | 452 | 473 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,818 | 1,074 | 744 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,320 | 456 | 864 |
Nearby Villages of Sharawa
Sharawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bairana | East | 1.29 km |
| Loh Chanda | South | 1.77 km |
| Rasulha | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Mahimapur | North | 1.85 km |
| Akorha | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Araji Ariyar | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Bhulaipur | South | 2.09 km |
| Majhilapur | West | 2.24 km |
| Kochari | West | 2.36 km |
| Koailar | East | 2.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sharawa
Sharawa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kapseti, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Varanasi to Sharawa is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sharawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sharawa 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sharawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sharawa 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sharawa
Where is Sharawa located?
Sharawa village is located in Pindra Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sharawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sharawa is Sarava.
What is the pincode of Sharawa?
The pincode of Sharawa is 221003.
What is the population of Sharawa?
Sharawa has a total population of 3,138, including 1,530 males and 1,608 females.
How many households are there in Sharawa?
There are 445 households in Sharawa.
What is the literacy rate in Sharawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sharawa is 57.93%. Male literacy is 70.20% and female literacy is 46.27%.