Sungawan - Majholi, Jabalpur
Sungawan is a village situated in the Majholi tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majholi and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Simeriya (alasur) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sungawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sungawan is 489327. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.06 hectares and falls under the 483222 pincode. Majholi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Sungawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sungawan
According to the 2011 Census, Sungawan village had a total population of 448 people, including 215 males and 233 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 1,084 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.48%, with male literacy at 92.35% and female literacy at 71.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 69, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 25.
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 | 448 | 215 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 32 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 32 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 169 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 46 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Sungawan
Sungawan 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 Sungawan
Sungawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Sungawan has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Majholi to Sungawan is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Sungawan is about 59 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 Sungawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sungawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sungawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sungawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sungawan
Where is Sungawan located?
Sungawan village is located in Majholi Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sungawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sungawan is Simeriya (alasur).
What is the pincode of Sungawan?
The pincode of Sungawan is 483222.
What is the population of Sungawan?
Sungawan had a total population of 448, including 215 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Sungawan?
Sungawan had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sungawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sungawan was 81.48%. Male literacy was 92.35% and female literacy was 71.28%.