Sujawani - Pichhore, Shivpuri
Sujawani is a village situated in the Pichhore tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pichhore and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Sujawani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sujawani is 456214. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.95 hectares and falls under the 473995 pincode. Pichhore is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sujawani 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 Sujawani
As per Census 2011, Sujawani village has a total population of 1,285 people, consisting of 708 males and 577 females. The village has 223 households and a sex ratio of 814 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 494 literate and 791 illiterate residents. Additionally, 413 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 149 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sujawani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,285 | 708 | 577 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 136 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 413 | 223 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 82 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 494 | 315 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 791 | 393 | 398 |
Nearby Villages of Sujawani
Sujawani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Masuda | West | 1.68 km |
| Baisora Kalan | North | 3.11 km |
| Badarkha | South-West | 3.58 km |
| Chhitipur | North-West | 4.19 km |
| Kuchlon | North | 4.38 km |
| Khiriya Jageer | North | 4.43 km |
| Baisora Khurd | North | 5.06 km |
| Badanpur | East | 5.11 km |
| Damron Khurd | North | 6.09 km |
| Devgarh | South-West | 6.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sujawani
Sujawani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khajraha, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pichhore to Sujawani is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Sujawani is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sujawani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sujawani 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 Sujawani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sujawani 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 Sujawani
Where is Sujawani located?
Sujawani village is located in Pichhore Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sujawani?
Sujawani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sujawani?
The pincode of Sujawani is 473995.
What is the population of Sujawani?
Sujawani has a total population of 1,285, including 708 males and 577 females.
How many households are there in Sujawani?
There are 223 households in Sujawani.
What is the literacy rate in Sujawani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sujawani is 38.44%. Male literacy is 44.49% and female literacy is 31.02%.