Sweel
Sweel is a village located in Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Puraula (tehsildar office) and 112km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Sweel village is also a gram panchayat.
Sweel has its own place in the vibrant Uttarkashi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sweel
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sweel is 040166. The village spans a total geographical area of 99.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249185. Barkot is nearest town to Sweel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Sweel
Population of Sweel
Below is a concise population overview of Sweel as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 561 | 285 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 235 | 121 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 363 | 230 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 55 | 143 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sweel village:
- The total population of Sweel village is around 561, including approximately 285 males and 276 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 57 children aged 0–6 years in Sweel village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sweel village has 235 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sweel village is about 64.71%, with male literacy at 80.70% and female literacy at 48.19%.
- There are around 107 households in Sweel village.
Connectivity of Sweel
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sweel. As per the 2011 stats, Sweel had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sweel
Knowing the nearby villages of Sweel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sweel.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sweel
- Where is Sweel located?
- Sweel village is situated in Puraula Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sweel?
- Sweel serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sweel?
- The pincode of Sweel is 249185, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sweel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sweel is 561, with 285 males and 276 females.
- How many households are there in Sweel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sweel village has a total of 107 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sweel as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sweel is 64.71%. The male literacy rate is 80.70%, while the female literacy rate is 48.19%.