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
According to the 2011 Census, Rajgawan village had a total population of 1,213 people, including 620 males and 593 females, living in 325 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.62%, with male literacy at 89.38% and female literacy at 71.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 139.
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 | 1,213 | 620 | 593 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 74 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 77 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,213, including 620 males and 593 females.
How many households are there in Rajgawan?
Rajgawan had 325 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajgawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajgawan was 80.62%. Male literacy was 89.38% and female literacy was 71.54%.