Swari - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Swari is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 34 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Swari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Swari is 043912. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.98 hectares and falls under the 249001 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Swari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Swari
As per Census 2011, Swari village has a total population of 493 people, consisting of 226 males and 267 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 1,181 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 345 literate and 148 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Swari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 493 | 226 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 182 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 44 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Swari
Swari is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuriyal Gaon | East | 1.29 km |
| Muhobat Khil | North | 1.57 km |
| Semalwari | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Bhandar Gaon | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Dharkot | North-East | 2.42 km |
| Kakhwari | North | 2.50 km |
| Bara Khet | East | 2.61 km |
| Devari Malli | South-East | 2.84 km |
| Khetu | South | 2.85 km |
| Jaul | South-West | 3.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Swari
Swari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Swari is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Swari is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Swari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Swari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Swari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Swari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Swari
Where is Swari located?
Swari village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Swari?
Swari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Swari?
The pincode of Swari is 249001.
What is the population of Swari?
Swari has a total population of 493, including 226 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Swari?
There are 92 households in Swari.
What is the literacy rate in Swari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Swari is 69.98%. Male literacy is 80.53% and female literacy is 61.05%.