Sahawan - Banda, Sagar
Sahawan is a village situated in the Banda tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banda and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Sahawan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahawan is 460266. The village covers a total geographical area of 901.76 hectares and falls under the 470335 pincode. Banda is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sahawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Banda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Damoh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahawan
As per Census 2011, Sahawan village has a total population of 2,721 people, consisting of 1,450 males and 1,271 females. The village has 610 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 469 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,495 literate and 1,226 illiterate residents. Additionally, 731 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 97 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,721 | 1,450 | 1,271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 469 | 244 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 731 | 378 | 353 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 53 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 1,495 | 903 | 592 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,226 | 547 | 679 |
Nearby Villages of Sahawan
Sahawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bilauwa | East | 2.12 km |
| Summera | West | 2.19 km |
| Parasiya | North | 2.65 km |
| Simariya Chhapri | West | 2.94 km |
| Berkheri | North-East | 3.09 km |
| Gadar | North-West | 3.15 km |
| Belai | North | 3.40 km |
| Budhakhera | South | 3.70 km |
| Chandhok | West | 3.78 km |
| Midwasa | South-West | 4.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sahawan
Sahawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dangidhar, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.5 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 Banda to Sahawan is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sagar to Sahawan is about 30 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 Sahawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sahawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sahawan
Where is Sahawan located?
Sahawan village is located in Banda Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahawan?
Sahawan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sahawan?
The pincode of Sahawan is 470335.
What is the population of Sahawan?
Sahawan has a total population of 2,721, including 1,450 males and 1,271 females.
How many households are there in Sahawan?
There are 610 households in Sahawan.
What is the literacy rate in Sahawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahawan is 54.94%. Male literacy is 62.28% and female literacy is 46.58%.