Sunwara - Dhanora, Seoni
Sunwara is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Sunwara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunwara is 496380. The village covers a total geographical area of 1473.95 hectares and falls under the 480999 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Sunwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Keolari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunwara
As per Census 2011, Sunwara village has a total population of 4,508 people, consisting of 2,348 males and 2,160 females. The village has 1,046 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 646 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,913 literate and 1,595 illiterate residents. Additionally, 808 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 777 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunwara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,508 | 2,348 | 2,160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 646 | 343 | 303 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 808 | 421 | 387 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 777 | 418 | 359 |
| Literate Population | 2,913 | 1,673 | 1,240 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,595 | 675 | 920 |
Nearby Villages of Sunwara
Sunwara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tilwara | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Mathanpur | East | 2.80 km |
| Noniya | West | 3.02 km |
| Deori | South-West | 3.16 km |
| Tighra | South-East | 3.47 km |
| Boriya | South-West | 3.74 km |
| Raipura | South-East | 3.97 km |
| Sakri | South | 4.17 km |
| Amanala | East | 4.74 km |
| Amoli | East | 4.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunwara
Sunwara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khairee Halt, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Lakhnadon to Sunwara is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Sunwara 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 Sunwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunwara 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 Sunwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunwara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sunwara
Where is Sunwara located?
Sunwara village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunwara?
Sunwara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sunwara?
The pincode of Sunwara is 480999.
What is the population of Sunwara?
Sunwara has a total population of 4,508, including 2,348 males and 2,160 females.
How many households are there in Sunwara?
There are 1,046 households in Sunwara.
What is the literacy rate in Sunwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunwara is 64.62%. Male literacy is 71.25% and female literacy is 57.41%.