Sawara
Sawara is a village located in Chakrata tehsil of Dehradun district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Chakrata (tehsildar office) and 102km away from district headquarter Dehradun. As per 2009 stats, Sawada is the gram panchayat of Sawara village.
Sawara has its own place in the vibrant Dehradun 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 Sawara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sawara is 044629. The village spans a total geographical area of 120.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248123. Chakrata is nearest town to Sawara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Sawara
Population of Sawara
Below is a concise population overview of Sawara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 744 | 381 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 68 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 568 | 291 | 277 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 175 | 89 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 228 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 153 | 202 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sawara village:
- The total population of Sawara village is around 744, including approximately 381 males and 363 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 128 children aged 0–6 years in Sawara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sawara village has 568 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 175 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sawara village is about 52.28%, with male literacy at 59.84% and female literacy at 44.35%.
- There are around 74 households in Sawara village.
Connectivity of Sawara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sawara. As per the 2011 stats, Sawara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sawara
Knowing the nearby villages of Sawara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sawara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sawara
- Where is Sawara located?
- Sawara village is situated in Chakrata Tehsil, within the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sawara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sawara is Sawada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sawara?
- The pincode of Sawara is 248123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sawara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sawara is 744, with 381 males and 363 females.
- How many households are there in Sawara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sawara village has a total of 74 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sawara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sawara is 52.28%. The male literacy rate is 59.84%, while the female literacy rate is 44.35%.