Sahjani - Narayanganj, Mandla
Sahjani is a village situated in the Narayanganj tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanganj and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Chiraidongari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahjani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahjani is 492750. The village covers a total geographical area of 369.55 hectares and falls under the 481662 pincode. Mandla is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sahjani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sahjani
According to the 2011 Census, Sahjani village had a total population of 376 people, including 184 males and 192 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.50%, with male literacy at 64.60% and female literacy at 42.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 375.
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 | 376 | 184 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 375 | 183 | 192 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 104 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 80 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Sahjani
Sahjani 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 Sahjani
Sahjani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mandla to Sahjani is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahjani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahjani 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 Sahjani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahjani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sahjani
Where is Sahjani located?
Sahjani village is located in Narayanganj Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahjani?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahjani is Chiraidongari.
What is the pincode of Sahjani?
The pincode of Sahjani is 481662.
What is the population of Sahjani?
Sahjani had a total population of 376, including 184 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Sahjani?
Sahjani had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahjani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahjani was 53.50%. Male literacy was 64.60% and female literacy was 42.86%.