Rajgawan - Sihora, Jabalpur
Rajgawan is a village situated in the Sihora tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihora and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Rajgawan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajgawan is 489090. The village covers a total geographical area of 919.06 hectares and falls under the 482001 pincode. Sihora is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Rajgawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rajgawan
As per Census 2011, Rajgawan village has a total population of 1,213 people, consisting of 620 males and 593 females. The village has 325 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 865 literate and 348 illiterate residents. Additionally, 139 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajgawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,213 | 620 | 593 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 74 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 77 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 865 | 488 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 348 | 132 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Rajgawan
Rajgawan 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 Rajgawan
Rajgawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sihora to Rajgawan is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Rajgawan is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajgawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajgawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rajgawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajgawan 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rajgawan
Where is Rajgawan located?
Rajgawan village is located in Sihora Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajgawan?
Rajgawan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rajgawan?
The pincode of Rajgawan is 482001.
What is the population of Rajgawan?
Rajgawan has a total population of 1,213, including 620 males and 593 females.
How many households are there in Rajgawan?
There are 325 households in Rajgawan.
What is the literacy rate in Rajgawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajgawan is 71.31%. Male literacy is 78.71% and female literacy is 63.58%.