Sajwa - Harrai, Chhindwara
Sajwa is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Salaiya Bulaki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sajwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sajwa is 494199. The village covers a total geographical area of 462.57 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sajwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sajwa
As per Census 2011, Sajwa village has a total population of 760 people, consisting of 381 males and 379 females. The village has 176 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 393 literate and 367 illiterate residents. Additionally, 229 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sajwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 760 | 381 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 54 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 118 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 393 | 229 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 152 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Sajwa
Sajwa 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 Sajwa
Public transport in the Sajwa 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 Harrai to Sajwa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Sajwa is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sajwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sajwa 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sajwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sajwa 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sajwa
Where is Sajwa located?
Sajwa village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sajwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sajwa is Salaiya Bulaki.
What is the pincode of Sajwa?
The pincode of Sajwa is 480224.
What is the population of Sajwa?
Sajwa has a total population of 760, including 381 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Sajwa?
There are 176 households in Sajwa.
What is the literacy rate in Sajwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sajwa is 51.71%. Male literacy is 60.10% and female literacy is 43.27%.