Sunwai - Vijaypur, Sheopur
Sunwai is a village situated in the Vijaypur tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaypur and around 162 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Sunwai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunwai is 451381. The village covers a total geographical area of 788 hectares and falls under the 476332 pincode. Vijaypur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Sunwai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sunwai
As per Census 2011, Sunwai village has a total population of 2,910 people, consisting of 1,535 males and 1,375 females. The village has 723 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 557 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,432 literate and 1,478 illiterate residents. Additionally, 500 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunwai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,910 | 1,535 | 1,375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 557 | 305 | 252 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 500 | 267 | 233 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,432 | 938 | 494 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,478 | 597 | 881 |
Nearby Villages of Sunwai
Sunwai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagrod | South-East | 1.41 km |
| Ranawad | South | 3.18 km |
| Andhupura | South-West | 3.77 km |
| Shahpur Kalan | North | 4.02 km |
| Dord | North-East | 4.36 km |
| Jawahargarh | North-West | 4.93 km |
| Anghora | North | 4.96 km |
| Madha | South | 5.10 km |
| Bardula | North-East | 5.39 km |
| Jamoniya | North-West | 5.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunwai
Sunwai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bijaipur Road, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.6 km.
| 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 Vijaypur to Sunwai is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sheopur to Sunwai is about 162 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunwai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunwai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sunwai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunwai 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 Sunwai
Where is Sunwai located?
Sunwai village is located in Vijaypur Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunwai?
Sunwai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sunwai?
The pincode of Sunwai is 476332.
What is the population of Sunwai?
Sunwai has a total population of 2,910, including 1,535 males and 1,375 females.
How many households are there in Sunwai?
There are 723 households in Sunwai.
What is the literacy rate in Sunwai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunwai is 49.21%. Male literacy is 61.11% and female literacy is 35.93%.