Sarwani - Kharsia, Raigarh
Sarwani is a village situated in the Kharsia tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kharsia and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Sarwani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarwani is 435205. The village covers a total geographical area of 556.41 hectares and falls under the 496661 pincode. Kharsia is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Sarwani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kharsia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarwani
As per Census 2011, Sarwani village has a total population of 2,222 people, consisting of 1,086 males and 1,136 females. The village has 474 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 321 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,391 literate and 831 illiterate residents. Additionally, 132 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,049 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarwani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,222 | 1,086 | 1,136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 156 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 63 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,049 | 504 | 545 |
| Literate Population | 1,391 | 791 | 600 |
| Illiterate Population | 831 | 295 | 536 |
Nearby Villages of Sarwani
Sarwani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lodhiya | West | 1.60 km |
| Sooti | East | 1.84 km |
| Ulda | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Tiuar | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Dhimani | West | 2.66 km |
| Amlitikra | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Bargarh | North | 2.84 km |
| Patrapali | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Amaldiha | West | 3.00 km |
| Paraskol | South-East | 3.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarwani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sarwani. The nearest railway station is Jharradih, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.8 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 Kharsia to Sarwani is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Sarwani is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarwani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarwani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarwani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarwani 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sarwani
Where is Sarwani located?
Sarwani village is located in Kharsia Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarwani?
Sarwani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarwani?
The pincode of Sarwani is 496661.
What is the population of Sarwani?
Sarwani has a total population of 2,222, including 1,086 males and 1,136 females.
How many households are there in Sarwani?
There are 474 households in Sarwani.
What is the literacy rate in Sarwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarwani is 62.60%. Male literacy is 72.84% and female literacy is 52.82%.