Sewdi Kalan - Karera, Shivpuri
Sewdi Kalan is a village situated in the Karera tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karera and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Aawas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sewdi Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sewdi Kalan is 455714. The village covers a total geographical area of 337 hectares and falls under the 473665 pincode. Karera is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Sewdi Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sewdi Kalan
As per Census 2011, Sewdi Kalan village has a total population of 1,455 people, consisting of 788 males and 667 females. The village has 317 households and a sex ratio of 846 females per 1,000 males. There are 232 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 793 literate and 662 illiterate residents. Additionally, 606 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sewdi Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,455 | 788 | 667 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 127 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 606 | 328 | 278 |
| Literate Population | 793 | 512 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 662 | 276 | 386 |
Nearby Villages of Sewdi Kalan
Sewdi Kalan 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 Sewdi Kalan
Sewdi Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karera to Sewdi Kalan is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Sewdi Kalan is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sewdi Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sewdi Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sewdi Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sewdi Kalan 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sewdi Kalan
Where is Sewdi Kalan located?
Sewdi Kalan village is located in Karera Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sewdi Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sewdi Kalan is Aawas.
What is the pincode of Sewdi Kalan?
The pincode of Sewdi Kalan is 473665.
What is the population of Sewdi Kalan?
Sewdi Kalan has a total population of 1,455, including 788 males and 667 females.
How many households are there in Sewdi Kalan?
There are 317 households in Sewdi Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Sewdi Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sewdi Kalan is 54.50%. Male literacy is 64.97% and female literacy is 42.13%.