Sarwan - Sailana, Ratlam
Sarwan is a village situated in the Sailana tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sailana and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Sarvan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarwan is 470440. The village covers a total geographical area of 268.34 hectares and falls under the 457550 pincode. Sailana is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sarwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sarwan
As per Census 2011, Sarwan village has a total population of 3,202 people, consisting of 1,624 males and 1,578 females. The village has 631 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 455 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,057 literate and 1,145 illiterate residents. Additionally, 276 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 489 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,202 | 1,624 | 1,578 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 455 | 245 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 141 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 489 | 266 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 2,057 | 1,156 | 901 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,145 | 468 | 677 |
Nearby Villages of Sarwan
Sarwan 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 Sarwan
Sarwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Sarwan has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sailana to Sarwan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Sarwan is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sarwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sarwan
Where is Sarwan located?
Sarwan village is located in Sailana Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarwan is Sarvan.
What is the pincode of Sarwan?
The pincode of Sarwan is 457550.
What is the population of Sarwan?
Sarwan has a total population of 3,202, including 1,624 males and 1,578 females.
How many households are there in Sarwan?
There are 631 households in Sarwan.
What is the literacy rate in Sarwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarwan is 64.24%. Male literacy is 71.18% and female literacy is 57.10%.