Sewdi - Rajnagar, Chhatarpur
Sewdi is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Sewadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sewdi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sewdi is 457980. The village covers a total geographical area of 1656.4 hectares and falls under the 471501 pincode. Rajnagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sewdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sewdi
According to the 2011 Census, Sewdi village had a total population of 2,217 people, including 1,193 males and 1,024 females, living in 482 households. The sex ratio was 858 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.49%, with male literacy at 62.01% and female literacy at 45.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 394, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,217 | 1,193 | 1,024 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 156 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 394 | 204 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,038 | 643 | 395 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,179 | 550 | 629 |
Nearby Villages of Sewdi
Sewdi 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 Sewdi
Sewdi 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 Rajnagar to Sewdi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Sewdi is about 35 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 Sewdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sewdi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sewdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sewdi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sewdi
Where is Sewdi located?
Sewdi village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sewdi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sewdi is Sewadi.
What is the pincode of Sewdi?
The pincode of Sewdi is 471501.
What is the population of Sewdi?
Sewdi had a total population of 2,217, including 1,193 males and 1,024 females.
How many households are there in Sewdi?
Sewdi had 482 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sewdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sewdi was 54.49%. Male literacy was 62.01% and female literacy was 45.51%.