Sadwa - Bada Malhera, Chhatarpur
Sadwa is a village situated in the Bada Malhera tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bada Malhera and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Sadwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sadwa is 458162. The village covers a total geographical area of 2598.91 hectares and falls under the 471311 pincode. Bada Malhera is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Sadwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sadwa
As per Census 2011, Sadwa village has a total population of 3,687 people, consisting of 1,913 males and 1,774 females. The village has 920 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 669 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,694 literate and 1,993 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,187 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sadwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,687 | 1,913 | 1,774 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 669 | 344 | 325 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,187 | 627 | 560 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,694 | 1,018 | 676 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,993 | 895 | 1,098 |
Nearby Villages of Sadwa
Sadwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandrapura | North | 4.53 km |
| Hatna | South-East | 5.15 km |
| Pipariya Kalan | West | 5.39 km |
| Sirbon | West | 5.43 km |
| Moli | North | 6.33 km |
| Sujanpura | North-West | 6.77 km |
| Patan | North-West | 7.13 km |
| Maharajpura | North | 7.53 km |
| Gorakhpura | West | 10.19 km |
| Tigoda | South-West | 10.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sadwa
Sadwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tikamgarh, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.1 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 Bada Malhera to Sadwa is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Sadwa is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sadwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sadwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sadwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sadwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sadwa
Where is Sadwa located?
Sadwa village is located in Bada Malhera Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sadwa?
Sadwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sadwa?
The pincode of Sadwa is 471311.
What is the population of Sadwa?
Sadwa has a total population of 3,687, including 1,913 males and 1,774 females.
How many households are there in Sadwa?
There are 920 households in Sadwa.
What is the literacy rate in Sadwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sadwa is 45.95%. Male literacy is 53.21% and female literacy is 38.11%.