Siwai - Rajpur, Barwani
Siwai is a village situated in the Rajpur tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Siwai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siwai is 478347. The village covers a total geographical area of 462.02 hectares and falls under the 451447 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Siwai 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 Siwai
As per Census 2011, Siwai village has a total population of 842 people, consisting of 437 males and 405 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 544 literate and 298 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 285 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siwai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 842 | 437 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 49 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 285 | 130 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 544 | 315 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 122 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Siwai
Siwai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Damdami | South | 2.00 km |
| Mandil | West | 2.53 km |
| Haribad | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Sakad | North-West | 3.38 km |
| Temala Khurd | South-East | 3.57 km |
| Temla Buzurg | South-West | 4.13 km |
| Ralamandal | North-East | 4.45 km |
| Rajpur(revenue Area) | South-West | 5.04 km |
| Surana | North | 6.09 km |
| Singun | West | 6.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Siwai
Siwai 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 Vikhran Road, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rajpur to Siwai is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Siwai is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siwai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siwai 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 Siwai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siwai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Siwai
Where is Siwai located?
Siwai village is located in Rajpur Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siwai?
Siwai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Siwai?
The pincode of Siwai is 451447.
What is the population of Siwai?
Siwai has a total population of 842, including 437 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Siwai?
There are 161 households in Siwai.
What is the literacy rate in Siwai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siwai is 64.61%. Male literacy is 72.08% and female literacy is 56.54%.