Sewati - Pithora, Mahasamund
Sewati is a village situated in the Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pithaura and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Navagaonkhurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sewati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sewati is 446340. The village covers a total geographical area of 353.3 hectares and falls under the 493449 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Sewati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khallari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sewati
As per Census 2011, Sewati village has a total population of 568 people, consisting of 283 males and 285 females. The village has 151 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 301 literate and 267 illiterate residents. Additionally, 356 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sewati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 568 | 283 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 37 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 356 | 170 | 186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 301 | 175 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 108 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Sewati
Sewati 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kolda | North-West | 1.57 km |
| Rewa | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Bharuwamuda | West | 2.27 km |
| Farouda | North | 2.69 km |
| Mongrapali | South | 2.71 km |
| Dongripali | South-East | 3.30 km |
| Suinara | West | 3.42 km |
| Churrupali | North-West | 3.63 km |
| Charbhatha | South-West | 3.86 km |
| Charauda (charoda) | North-East | 3.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sewati
Sewati is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Komakhan, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Bagbahara to Sewati is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Sewati is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sewati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sewati 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 Sewati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sewati 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 Sewati
Where is Sewati located?
Sewati village is located in Pithora Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sewati?
The Gram Panchayat of Sewati is Navagaonkhurd.
What is the pincode of Sewati?
The pincode of Sewati is 493449.
What is the population of Sewati?
Sewati has a total population of 568, including 283 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Sewati?
There are 151 households in Sewati.
What is the literacy rate in Sewati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sewati is 52.99%. Male literacy is 61.84% and female literacy is 44.21%.