Sunwara - Shahpura, Jabalpur
Sunwara is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Sunwara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunwara is 489747. The village covers a total geographical area of 1351.35 hectares and falls under the 482003 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Sunwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bargi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunwara
As per Census 2011, Sunwara village has a total population of 2,650 people, consisting of 1,370 males and 1,280 females. The village has 628 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 341 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,632 literate and 1,018 illiterate residents. Additionally, 407 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 159 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunwara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,650 | 1,370 | 1,280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 180 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 407 | 203 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 76 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 1,632 | 957 | 675 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,018 | 413 | 605 |
Nearby Villages of Sunwara
Sunwara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanchanpuri | South-East | 2.21 km |
| Kulon | East | 2.85 km |
| Deori (bhorgarh) | North-West | 2.96 km |
| Ahmadpur | North | 3.04 km |
| Kedarpur | North | 3.30 km |
| Badhaiya Khera | North-East | 3.37 km |
| Hathi Khandar | South | 4.04 km |
| Bhandi | West | 4.23 km |
| Bambabari | North | 4.32 km |
| Bijna | South-East | 4.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunwara
Public transport in the Sunwara is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bikrampur, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Shahpura to Sunwara is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Sunwara is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunwara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sunwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunwara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sunwara
Where is Sunwara located?
Sunwara village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunwara?
Sunwara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sunwara?
The pincode of Sunwara is 482003.
What is the population of Sunwara?
Sunwara has a total population of 2,650, including 1,370 males and 1,280 females.
How many households are there in Sunwara?
There are 628 households in Sunwara.
What is the literacy rate in Sunwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunwara is 61.58%. Male literacy is 69.85% and female literacy is 52.73%.