Saraswahi
Saraswahi is a village located in Murwara tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from Katni, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Saraswahi village. As per 2009 stats, Saraswahi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Saraswahi unique in its vibrant Murwara-Katni region. You’ll see Saraswahi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Saraswahi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Saraswahi is 488176. The village spans a total geographical area of 767 hectares. Katni is nearest town to Saraswahi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Saraswahi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Barwara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shahdol Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Saraswahi
Population of Saraswahi
According to the 2011 Census, Saraswahi has a total population of about 1,158, with approximately 596 males and 562 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 155 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 94 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 560. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.49%, with male literacy at about 64.26% and female literacy near 44.13%. There are around 249 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Saraswahi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,158 | 596 | 562 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 75 | 80 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 46 | 48 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 560 | 289 | 271 |
Literate Population | 631 | 383 | 248 |
Illiterate Population | 527 | 213 | 314 |
Connectivity of Saraswahi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Saraswahi. As per the 2011 stats, Saraswahi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Saraswahi
Knowing the nearby villages of Saraswahi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Saraswahi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Saraswahi
- Where is Saraswahi located?
- Saraswahi village is situated in Murwara Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Saraswahi?
- Saraswahi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Saraswahi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saraswahi is 1,158, with 596 males and 562 females.
- How many households are there in Saraswahi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Saraswahi village has a total of 249 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Saraswahi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saraswahi is 54.49%. The male literacy rate is 64.26%, while the female literacy rate is 44.13%.