Sewa - Mori, Uttarkashi
Sewa is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 166 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Sewa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sewa is 040216. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.89 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 101 km away.
Sewa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sewa
According to the 2011 Census, Sewa village had a total population of 397 people, including 202 males and 195 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.46%, with male literacy at 84.80% and female literacy at 46.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 213, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 397 | 202 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 31 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 102 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 216 | 145 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 57 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Sewa
Sewa 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 Sewa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sewa.
| 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 Barkot to Sewa is about 101 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Sewa is about 166 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sewa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sewa 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sewa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sewa 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 Sewa
Where is Sewa located?
Sewa village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sewa?
Sewa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sewa?
The pincode of Sewa is 249128.
What is the population of Sewa?
Sewa had a total population of 397, including 202 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Sewa?
Sewa had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sewa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sewa was 66.46%. Male literacy was 84.80% and female literacy was 46.10%.