Sahilwara - Gunnor, Panna
Sahilwara is a village situated in the Gunnor tehsil of Panna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gunnor and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Panna. Sahilwara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahilwara is 458974. The village covers a total geographical area of 370.27 hectares and falls under the 488059 pincode. Panna is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Sahilwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sahilwara
According to the 2011 Census, Sahilwara village had a total population of 990 people, including 513 males and 477 females, living in 218 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.60%, with male literacy at 90.02% and female literacy at 72.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 377.
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 | 990 | 513 | 477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 92 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 377 | 199 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 661 | 379 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 134 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Sahilwara
Sahilwara 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 Sahilwara
Sahilwara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Panna to Sahilwara is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahilwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahilwara 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 Sahilwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahilwara 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sahilwara
Where is Sahilwara located?
Sahilwara village is located in Gunnor Tehsil, Panna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sahilwara?
Sahilwara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sahilwara?
The pincode of Sahilwara is 488059.
What is the population of Sahilwara?
Sahilwara had a total population of 990, including 513 males and 477 females.
How many households are there in Sahilwara?
Sahilwara had 218 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahilwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahilwara was 81.60%. Male literacy was 90.02% and female literacy was 72.49%.