Sunwari - Pawai, Panna
Sunwari is a village situated in the Pawai tehsil of Panna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pawai and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Panna. Sunwari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunwari is 459310. The village covers a total geographical area of 847.87 hectares and falls under the 488446 pincode. Pawai is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sunwari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sunwari
As per Census 2011, Sunwari village has a total population of 1,623 people, consisting of 859 males and 764 females. The village has 368 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 266 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 860 literate and 763 illiterate residents. Additionally, 342 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunwari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,623 | 859 | 764 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 131 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 342 | 185 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 860 | 543 | 317 |
| Illiterate Population | 763 | 316 | 447 |
Nearby Villages of Sunwari
Sunwari is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Baraho | South | 2.09 km |
| Mudwari | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Intay | South | 3.29 km |
| Krishngarh | West | 3.82 km |
| Birsinghpur | South-West | 4.20 km |
| Simra Bahadur | South-East | 4.46 km |
| Chaupra | South | 4.69 km |
| Mainha | North-West | 4.94 km |
| Bhadar | East | 4.97 km |
| Umrahat | North-West | 5.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunwari
Public transport in the Sunwari is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pakara Road, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.3 km.
| 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 Pawai to Sunwari is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Panna to Sunwari is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunwari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunwari 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sunwari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunwari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sunwari
Where is Sunwari located?
Sunwari village is located in Pawai Tehsil, Panna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunwari?
Sunwari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sunwari?
The pincode of Sunwari is 488446.
What is the population of Sunwari?
Sunwari has a total population of 1,623, including 859 males and 764 females.
How many households are there in Sunwari?
There are 368 households in Sunwari.
What is the literacy rate in Sunwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunwari is 52.99%. Male literacy is 63.21% and female literacy is 41.49%.