Erawani - Khaniyadhana, Shivpuri
Erawani is a village situated in the Khaniyadhana tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khaniyadhana and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Erawani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Erawani is 456313. The village covers a total geographical area of 524.62 hectares and falls under the 473990 pincode. Khaniyadhana is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Erawani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pichhore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Erawani
As per Census 2011, Erawani village has a total population of 1,581 people, consisting of 846 males and 735 females. The village has 366 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 380 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 526 literate and 1,055 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 500 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Erawani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,581 | 846 | 735 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 380 | 198 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 55 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 500 | 262 | 238 |
| Literate Population | 526 | 347 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,055 | 499 | 556 |
Nearby Villages of Erawani
Erawani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anbariya | West | 2.37 km |
| Niboda | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Sekara | East | 3.13 km |
| Piprai | West | 3.92 km |
| Sular Kalan | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Golakot | North | 4.14 km |
| Gudar | North-East | 4.16 km |
| Gata Jhalkui | West | 4.42 km |
| Jhaloni | East | 5.01 km |
| Kali Pahadi Chanderi | South-East | 5.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Erawani
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Erawani. The nearest railway station is Jakhaura, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 124.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Khaniyadhana to Erawani is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Erawani is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Erawani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Erawani 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Erawani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Erawani 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 Erawani
Where is Erawani located?
Erawani village is located in Khaniyadhana Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Erawani?
Erawani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Erawani?
The pincode of Erawani is 473990.
What is the population of Erawani?
Erawani has a total population of 1,581, including 846 males and 735 females.
How many households are there in Erawani?
There are 366 households in Erawani.
What is the literacy rate in Erawani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Erawani is 33.27%. Male literacy is 41.02% and female literacy is 24.35%.