Sajwai - Anjad, Barwani
Sajwai is a village situated in the Anjad tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anjad and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Palasiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sajwai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sajwai is 478259. The village covers a total geographical area of 711.34 hectares and falls under the 451556 pincode. Anjad is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sajwai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sajwai
As per Census 2011, Sajwai village has a total population of 1,098 people, consisting of 539 males and 559 females. The village has 222 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 464 literate and 634 illiterate residents. Additionally, 755 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 51 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sajwai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,098 | 539 | 559 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 92 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 755 | 368 | 387 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 29 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 464 | 263 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 634 | 276 | 358 |
Nearby Villages of Sajwai
Sajwai 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 Sajwai
Sajwai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Anjad to Sajwai is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Sajwai is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sajwai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sajwai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sajwai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sajwai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sajwai
Where is Sajwai located?
Sajwai village is located in Anjad Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sajwai?
The Gram Panchayat of Sajwai is Palasiya.
What is the pincode of Sajwai?
The pincode of Sajwai is 451556.
What is the population of Sajwai?
Sajwai has a total population of 1,098, including 539 males and 559 females.
How many households are there in Sajwai?
There are 222 households in Sajwai.
What is the literacy rate in Sajwai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sajwai is 42.26%. Male literacy is 48.79% and female literacy is 35.96%.