Sinwah - Baraily, Raisen
Sinwah is a village situated in the Baraily tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baraily and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Silwah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sinwah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sinwah is 484533. The village covers a total geographical area of 281.49 hectares and falls under the 464668 pincode. Baraily is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sinwah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udaipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sinwah
As per Census 2011, Sinwah village has a total population of 329 people, consisting of 169 males and 160 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 186 literate and 143 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sinwah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 329 | 169 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 115 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 54 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Sinwah
Sinwah 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alanpur | South-East | 1.03 km |
| Panjra Kashiram | North-West | 1.26 km |
| Khursuru | North-East | 1.43 km |
| Udaigiri | West | 2.13 km |
| Kheri Pratapsingh | North | 2.20 km |
| Surmapar | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Utiya Khurd | East | 2.48 km |
| Lamanmunda | North-East | 2.56 km |
| Silwah | East | 2.78 km |
| Mehka | South-West | 3.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sinwah
Sinwah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pipariya, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baraily to Sinwah is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Sinwah is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sinwah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sinwah 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sinwah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sinwah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sinwah
Where is Sinwah located?
Sinwah village is located in Baraily Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sinwah?
The Gram Panchayat of Sinwah is Silwah.
What is the pincode of Sinwah?
The pincode of Sinwah is 464668.
What is the population of Sinwah?
Sinwah has a total population of 329, including 169 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Sinwah?
There are 68 households in Sinwah.
What is the literacy rate in Sinwah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sinwah is 56.53%. Male literacy is 68.05% and female literacy is 44.38%.