Sweel - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Sweel is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Sweel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sweel is 040166. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.57 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Sweel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sweel
As per Census 2011, Sweel village has a total population of 561 people, consisting of 285 males and 276 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 363 literate and 198 illiterate residents. Additionally, 235 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sweel are given below:
| Category | 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 | - |
| Literate Population | 363 | 230 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 55 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Sweel
Sweel 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 Sweel
Sweel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Sweel is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Sweel is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sweel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sweel 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 Sweel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sweel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sweel
Where is Sweel located?
Sweel village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sweel?
Sweel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sweel?
The pincode of Sweel is 249185.
What is the population of Sweel?
Sweel has a total population of 561, including 285 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Sweel?
There are 107 households in Sweel.
What is the literacy rate in Sweel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sweel is 64.71%. Male literacy is 80.70% and female literacy is 48.19%.