Sadhwani Village - Pendra Road, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi
Sadhwani is a village situated in the Pendra Road tehsil of Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from Gaurella and around 104 km from Bilaspur. Sadhwani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sadhwani is 437488. The village covers a total geographical area of 1892.53 hectares and falls under the 495117 pincode. Gaurella is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sadhwani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marwahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sadhwani
As per Census 2011, Sadhwani village has a total population of 4,701 people, consisting of 2,362 males and 2,339 females. The village has 1,145 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 643 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,427 literate and 2,274 illiterate residents. Additionally, 132 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,348 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sadhwani are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,701 | 2,362 | 2,339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 643 | 308 | 335 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 58 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,348 | 1,664 | 1,684 |
| Literate Population | 2,427 | 1,440 | 987 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,274 | 922 | 1,352 |
Nearby Villages of Sadhwani
Sadhwani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranijhap | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Badhawandand | South-West | 3.68 km |
| Sarbahra | North-West | 3.79 km |
| Dhangawan | North-East | 3.95 km |
| Paterkoni | North-West | 4.12 km |
| Andu | North | 4.22 km |
| Newri Nawapara | East | 4.92 km |
| Bhadoura | North | 5.06 km |
| Banjhorka | South-East | 5.34 km |
| Thengadand | South-West | 5.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sadhwani
Sadhwani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sarbahara, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gaurella to Sadhwani is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Sadhwani is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sadhwani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sadhwani 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sadhwani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sadhwani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sadhwani
Where is Sadhwani located?
Sadhwani village is located in Pendra Road Tehsil, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sadhwani?
Sadhwani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sadhwani?
The pincode of Sadhwani is 495117.
What is the population of Sadhwani?
Sadhwani has a total population of 4,701, including 2,362 males and 2,339 females.
How many households are there in Sadhwani?
There are 1,145 households in Sadhwani.
What is the literacy rate in Sadhwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sadhwani is 51.63%. Male literacy is 60.97% and female literacy is 42.20%.