Siwani - Khadgaon, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Siwani is a village situated in the Khadgaon tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 17 km from Manpur and around 117 km from Rajnandgaon. Siwni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siwani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siwani is 441397. The village covers a total geographical area of 1381.63 hectares and falls under the 491229 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Siwani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siwani
As per Census 2011, Siwani village has a total population of 1,479 people, consisting of 694 males and 785 females. The village has 300 households and a sex ratio of 1,131 females per 1,000 males. There are 251 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 770 literate and 709 illiterate residents. Additionally, 132 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,107 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siwani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,479 | 694 | 785 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 120 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 67 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,107 | 528 | 579 |
| Literate Population | 770 | 399 | 371 |
| Illiterate Population | 709 | 295 | 414 |
Nearby Villages of Siwani
Siwani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lohattar | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Haipurkasa | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Mohgaon | East | 3.27 km |
| Umarpal Tiju | North | 3.78 km |
| Silpat | East | 4.22 km |
| Pidchod | South | 4.26 km |
| Sonadai | South-East | 4.29 km |
| Kahgaon | North-West | 4.33 km |
| Kahdabari | North-West | 4.49 km |
| Yerkod | South-West | 4.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Siwani
Siwani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.8 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 Ambagarh Chowki to Siwani is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Siwani is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siwani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siwani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Siwani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siwani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Siwani
Where is Siwani located?
Siwani village is located in Khadgaon Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siwani?
The Gram Panchayat of Siwani is Siwni.
What is the pincode of Siwani?
The pincode of Siwani is 491229.
What is the population of Siwani?
Siwani has a total population of 1,479, including 694 males and 785 females.
How many households are there in Siwani?
There are 300 households in Siwani.
What is the literacy rate in Siwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siwani is 52.06%. Male literacy is 57.49% and female literacy is 47.26%.