Saraswahi - Panagar, Jabalpur
Saraswahi is a village situated in the Panagar tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Panagar and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Virneer serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saraswahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saraswahi is 490149. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.36 hectares and falls under the 482005 pincode. Pipariya is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Saraswahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Panagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saraswahi
According to the 2011 Census, Saraswahi village had a total population of 973 people, including 509 males and 464 females, living in 219 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.90%, with male literacy at 79.73% and female literacy at 67.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 68, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 483.
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 | 973 | 509 | 464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 60 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 483 | 246 | 237 |
| Literate Population | 623 | 358 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 350 | 151 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Saraswahi
Saraswahi 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 Saraswahi
Saraswahi 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 Pipariya to Saraswahi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Saraswahi is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saraswahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saraswahi 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 Saraswahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saraswahi 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 Saraswahi
Where is Saraswahi located?
Saraswahi village is located in Panagar Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saraswahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Saraswahi is Virneer.
What is the pincode of Saraswahi?
The pincode of Saraswahi is 482005.
What is the population of Saraswahi?
Saraswahi had a total population of 973, including 509 males and 464 females.
How many households are there in Saraswahi?
Saraswahi had 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saraswahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraswahi was 73.90%. Male literacy was 79.73% and female literacy was 67.26%.