Adavan - Shahgarh, Sagar
Adavan is a village situated in the Shahgarh tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahgarh and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Adavan (p) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Adavan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Adavan is 460336. The village covers a total geographical area of 622.12 hectares and falls under the 470339 pincode. Shahgarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Adavan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Adavan
As per Census 2011, Adavan village has a total population of 1,479 people, consisting of 770 males and 709 females. The village has 338 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 275 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 573 literate and 906 illiterate residents. Additionally, 534 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 141 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Adavan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,479 | 770 | 709 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 139 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 534 | 293 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 69 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 573 | 334 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 906 | 436 | 470 |
Nearby Villages of Adavan
Adavan 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 Adavan
Adavan 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahgarh to Adavan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sagar to Adavan is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Adavan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Adavan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Adavan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Adavan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Adavan
Where is Adavan located?
Adavan village is located in Shahgarh Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Adavan?
The Gram Panchayat of Adavan is Adavan (p).
What is the pincode of Adavan?
The pincode of Adavan is 470339.
What is the population of Adavan?
Adavan has a total population of 1,479, including 770 males and 709 females.
How many households are there in Adavan?
There are 338 households in Adavan.
What is the literacy rate in Adavan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Adavan is 38.74%. Male literacy is 43.38% and female literacy is 33.71%.