Swadu - Srinagar, Pauri Garhwal
Swadu is a village situated in the Srinagar tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from Srinagar and around 50 km from Pauri. Kandoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Swadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Swadu is 045405. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.16 hectares and falls under the 246125 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Swadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Swadu
According to the 2011 Census, Swadu village had a total population of 111 people, including 45 males and 66 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,467 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.73%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 56.45%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 111 | 45 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 8 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Swadu
Swadu 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 Swadu
Public transport in the Swadu is mainly available through bus 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 Srinagar to Swadu is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Swadu is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Swadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Swadu 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Swadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Swadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Swadu
Where is Swadu located?
Swadu village is located in Srinagar Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Swadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Swadu is Kandoli.
What is the pincode of Swadu?
The pincode of Swadu is 246125.
What is the population of Swadu?
Swadu had a total population of 111, including 45 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Swadu?
Swadu had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Swadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Swadu was 72.73%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 56.45%.