Southwa
Southwa is a village located in Sheopur tehsil of Sheopur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from Sheopur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Southwa village. As per 2009 stats, Sonthawa is the gram panchayat of Southwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Southwa unique in its vibrant Sheopur region. You’ll see Southwa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Southwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Southwa is 451637. The village spans a total geographical area of 861 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 476337. Sheopur is nearest town to Southwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Southwa
Population of Southwa
According to the 2011 Census, Southwa has a total population of about 2,244, with approximately 1,171 males and 1,073 females. The sex ratio is around 916 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 360 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 289 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 21. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.82%, with male literacy at about 62.94% and female literacy near 35.51%. There are around 446 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Southwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,244 | 1,171 | 1,073 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 360 | 194 | 166 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 167 | 122 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 14 | 7 |
Literate Population | 1,118 | 737 | 381 |
Illiterate Population | 1,126 | 434 | 692 |
Connectivity of Southwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Southwa. As per the 2011 stats, Southwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Southwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Southwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Southwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Southwa
- Where is Southwa located?
- Southwa village is situated in Sheopur Tehsil, within the Sheopur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Southwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Southwa is Sonthawa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Southwa?
- The pincode of Southwa is 476337, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Southwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Southwa is 2,244, with 1,171 males and 1,073 females.
- How many households are there in Southwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Southwa village has a total of 446 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Southwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Southwa is 49.82%. The male literacy rate is 62.94%, while the female literacy rate is 35.51%.