Sawad - Dewal, Chamoli
Sawad is a village situated in the Dewal tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from Tharali and around 112 km from Gopeshwar. Sawad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawad is 041747. The village covers a total geographical area of 317.95 hectares and falls under the 246427 pincode. Gopeshwar is the nearest town, located about 112 km away.
Sawad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karnprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawad
As per Census 2011, Sawad village has a total population of 1,282 people, consisting of 614 males and 668 females. The village has 258 households and a sex ratio of 1,087 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 899 literate and 383 illiterate residents. Additionally, 275 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sawad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,282 | 614 | 668 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 99 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 148 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 899 | 490 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 124 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Sawad
Sawad is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sawad
Public transport in the Sawad is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Gopeshwar to Sawad is about 112 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sawad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sawad
Where is Sawad located?
Sawad village is located in Dewal Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawad?
Sawad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sawad?
The pincode of Sawad is 246427.
What is the population of Sawad?
Sawad has a total population of 1,282, including 614 males and 668 females.
How many households are there in Sawad?
There are 258 households in Sawad.
What is the literacy rate in Sawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawad is 70.12%. Male literacy is 79.80% and female literacy is 61.23%.