Phanwani - Sihora, Jabalpur
Phanwani is a village situated in the Sihora tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihora and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Funwani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phanwani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phanwani is 489138. The village covers a total geographical area of 485.77 hectares and falls under the 483225 pincode. Sihora is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Phanwani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Phanwani
As per Census 2011, Phanwani village has a total population of 1,447 people, consisting of 714 males and 733 females. The village has 373 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 196 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,028 literate and 419 illiterate residents. Additionally, 148 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 247 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phanwani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,447 | 714 | 733 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 87 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 79 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 247 | 114 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 1,028 | 585 | 443 |
| Illiterate Population | 419 | 129 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Phanwani
Phanwani 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 Phanwani
Phanwani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Phanwani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sihora to Phanwani is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Phanwani 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 Phanwani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phanwani 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Phanwani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phanwani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Phanwani
Where is Phanwani located?
Phanwani village is located in Sihora Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phanwani?
The Gram Panchayat of Phanwani is Funwani.
What is the pincode of Phanwani?
The pincode of Phanwani is 483225.
What is the population of Phanwani?
Phanwani has a total population of 1,447, including 714 males and 733 females.
How many households are there in Phanwani?
There are 373 households in Phanwani.
What is the literacy rate in Phanwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phanwani is 71.04%. Male literacy is 81.93% and female literacy is 60.44%.