Sewan - Kolaras, Shivpuri
Sewan is a village situated in the Kolaras tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kolaras and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Vasai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sewan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sewan is 455824. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.09 hectares and falls under the 473774 pincode. Kolaras is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Sewan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sewan
According to the 2011 Census, Sewan village had a total population of 434 people, including 236 males and 198 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 839 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.68%, with male literacy at 30.41% and female literacy at 10.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 434 | 236 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 42 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 59 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 177 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Sewan
Sewan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pura | South | 2.03 km |
| Chirola | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Haryal | West | 3.16 km |
| Rasoi | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Diwat | South-West | 3.34 km |
| Piproda Atalpur | East | 3.63 km |
| Kumhrauwa | West | 3.69 km |
| Khiriya | South-East | 4.31 km |
| Sonpura | North-East | 4.62 km |
| Bhadron | South-East | 4.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sewan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sewan. The nearest railway station is Badarwas, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 129.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kolaras to Sewan is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Sewan is about 75 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 Sewan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sewan 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 Sewan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sewan 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 Sewan
Where is Sewan located?
Sewan village is located in Kolaras Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sewan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sewan is Vasai.
What is the pincode of Sewan?
The pincode of Sewan is 473774.
What is the population of Sewan?
Sewan had a total population of 434, including 236 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Sewan?
Sewan had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sewan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sewan was 21.68%. Male literacy was 30.41% and female literacy was 10.53%.