Sahijwar - Teonthar, Rewa
Sahijwar is a village situated in the Teonthar tehsil of Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Teonthar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rewa. Chunari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahijwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahijwar is 465018. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 486226 pincode. Teonthar is the nearest town.
Sahijwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sahijwar
According to the 2011 Census, Sahijwar village had a total population of 422 people, including 222 males and 200 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.45%, with male literacy at 89.47% and female literacy at 64.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 42.
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 | 422 | 222 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 32 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 38 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 170 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 52 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Sahijwar
Sahijwar 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 Sahijwar
Sahijwar 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 <5 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 Rewa to Sahijwar is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahijwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahijwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sahijwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahijwar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sahijwar
Where is Sahijwar located?
Sahijwar village is located in Teonthar Tehsil, Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sahijwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahijwar is Chunari.
What is the pincode of Sahijwar?
The pincode of Sahijwar is 486226.
What is the population of Sahijwar?
Sahijwar had a total population of 422, including 222 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Sahijwar?
Sahijwar had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahijwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahijwar was 77.45%. Male literacy was 89.47% and female literacy was 64.61%.