Sawan
Sawan is a village located in Ashoknagar tehsil of Ashoknagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from Ashoknagar, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sawan village. As per 2009 stats, Savan is the gram panchayat of Sawan village.
Here you can discover what makes Sawan unique in its vibrant Ashoknagar region. You’ll see Sawan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sawan is 500479. The village spans a total geographical area of 567 hectares. Ashoknagar is nearest town to Sawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Sawan
Population of Sawan
According to the 2011 Census, Sawan has a total population of about 1,331, with approximately 712 males and 619 females. The sex ratio is around 869 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 184 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 405 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 23. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.18%, with male literacy at about 67.13% and female literacy near 52.18%. There are around 280 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,331 | 712 | 619 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 97 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 405 | 224 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 801 | 478 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 530 | 234 | 296 |
Connectivity of Sawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sawan. As per the 2011 stats, Sawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Sawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sawan
- Where is Sawan located?
- Sawan village is situated in Ashoknagar Tehsil, within the Ashoknagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sawan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sawan is Savan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sawan is 1,331, with 712 males and 619 females.
- How many households are there in Sawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sawan village has a total of 280 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sawan is 60.18%. The male literacy rate is 67.13%, while the female literacy rate is 52.18%.