Sawad

Sawad is a village located in Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Tharali (tehsildar office) and 112km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Sawad village is also a gram panchayat.

Sawad has its own place in the vibrant Chamoli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sawad

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sawad is 041747. The village spans a total geographical area of 317.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246427. Gopeshwar is nearest town to Sawad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 112km away.

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Population of Sawad

Below is a concise population overview of Sawad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,282 614 668
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 166 99 67
Scheduled Castes (SC) 275 148 127
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 899 490 409
Illiterate Population 383 124 259

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sawad village:

  • The total population of Sawad village is around 1,282, including approximately 614 males and 668 females, with a sex ratio of 1087 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 166 children aged 0–6 years in Sawad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sawad village has 275 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sawad village is about 70.12%, with male literacy at 79.80% and female literacy at 61.23%.
  • There are around 258 households in Sawad village.

Connectivity of Sawad

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sawad. As per the 2011 stats, Sawad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sawad

Knowing the nearby villages of Sawad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sawad.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sawad

Where is Sawad located?
Sawad village is situated in Tharali Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawad?
Sawad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sawad?
The pincode of Sawad is 246427, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sawad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sawad is 1,282, with 614 males and 668 females.
How many households are there in Sawad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sawad village has a total of 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sawad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sawad is 70.12%. The male literacy rate is 79.80%, while the female literacy rate is 61.23%.