Sawar Jhodi - Paraswada, Balaghat
Sawar Jhodi is a village situated in the Paraswada tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paraswada and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Mohgaon (p) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sawar Jhodi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawar Jhodi is 498451. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 481556 pincode. Baihar is the nearest town.
Sawar Jhodi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paraswada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawar Jhodi
According to the 2011 Census, Sawar Jhodi village had a total population of 227 people, including 109 males and 118 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,083 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.18%, with male literacy at 96.88% and female literacy at 86.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 224.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 227 | 109 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 224 | 108 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 93 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 16 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Sawar Jhodi
Sawar Jhodi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sawar Jhodi
Sawar Jhodi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Balaghat to Sawar Jhodi is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawar Jhodi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawar Jhodi 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 Sawar Jhodi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawar Jhodi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sawar Jhodi
Where is Sawar Jhodi located?
Sawar Jhodi village is located in Paraswada Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sawar Jhodi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawar Jhodi is Mohgaon (p).
What is the pincode of Sawar Jhodi?
The pincode of Sawar Jhodi is 481556.
What is the population of Sawar Jhodi?
Sawar Jhodi had a total population of 227, including 109 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Sawar Jhodi?
Sawar Jhodi had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sawar Jhodi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawar Jhodi was 91.18%. Male literacy was 96.88% and female literacy was 86.11%.