Sajwan Kanda
Sajwan Kanda is a village located in Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Devprayag (tehsildar office) and 92km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Sajwankanda is the gram panchayat of Sajwan Kanda village.
Here you can discover what makes Sajwan Kanda unique in its vibrant Devprayag-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Sajwan Kanda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sajwan Kanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sajwan Kanda is 043119. The village spans a total geographical area of 104.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249300. Devprayag is nearest town to Sajwan Kanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sajwan Kanda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sajwan Kanda
Population of Sajwan Kanda
According to the 2011 Census, Sajwan Kanda has a total population of about 285, with approximately 128 males and 157 females. The sex ratio is around 1226 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 36 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 81 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.74%, with male literacy at about 67.97% and female literacy near 43.95%. There are around 78 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sajwan Kanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 285 | 128 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 42 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 156 | 87 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 41 | 88 |
Connectivity of Sajwan Kanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sajwan Kanda. As per the 2011 stats, Sajwan Kanda 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sajwan Kanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Sajwan Kanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sajwan Kanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sajwan Kanda
- Where is Sajwan Kanda located?
- Sajwan Kanda village is situated in Devprayag Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sajwan Kanda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sajwan Kanda is Sajwankanda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sajwan Kanda?
- The pincode of Sajwan Kanda is 249300, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sajwan Kanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sajwan Kanda is 285, with 128 males and 157 females.
- How many households are there in Sajwan Kanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sajwan Kanda village has a total of 78 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sajwan Kanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sajwan Kanda is 54.74%. The male literacy rate is 67.97%, while the female literacy rate is 43.95%.