Sajwan Kanda - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Sajwan Kanda is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 92 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Sajwankanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sajwan Kanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sajwan Kanda is 043119. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.71 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Sajwan Kanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sajwan Kanda
According to the 2011 Census, Sajwan Kanda village had a total population of 285 people, including 128 males and 157 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 1,227 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.65%, with male literacy at 78.38% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81.
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 | 285 | 128 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 42 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 156 | 87 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 41 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Sajwan Kanda
Sajwan Kanda 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 Sajwan Kanda
Sajwan Kanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sajwan Kanda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Sajwan Kanda is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Sajwan Kanda is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sajwan Kanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sajwan Kanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sajwan Kanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sajwan Kanda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sajwan Kanda
Where is Sajwan Kanda located?
Sajwan Kanda village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sajwan Kanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sajwan Kanda is Sajwankanda.
What is the pincode of Sajwan Kanda?
The pincode of Sajwan Kanda is 249161.
What is the population of Sajwan Kanda?
Sajwan Kanda had a total population of 285, including 128 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Sajwan Kanda?
Sajwan Kanda had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sajwan Kanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sajwan Kanda was 62.65%. Male literacy was 78.38% and female literacy was 50.00%.