Sujwaha - Pichhore, Shivpuri
Sujwaha is a village situated in the Pichhore tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pichhore and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Sujwaha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sujwaha is 456233. The village covers a total geographical area of 738.82 hectares and falls under the 473995 pincode. Pichhore is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sujwaha 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 Sujwaha
As per Census 2011, Sujwaha village has a total population of 2,116 people, consisting of 1,123 males and 993 females. The village has 558 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 413 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 906 literate and 1,210 illiterate residents. Additionally, 332 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 474 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sujwaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,116 | 1,123 | 993 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 413 | 218 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 332 | 173 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 474 | 253 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 906 | 601 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,210 | 522 | 688 |
Nearby Villages of Sujwaha
Sujwaha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hirapur | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Padra | East | 3.76 km |
| Daviya Kalan | West | 4.20 km |
| Gajaura | North-West | 5.01 km |
| Manguli | North-East | 5.49 km |
| Chamrauwa | South-West | 5.74 km |
| Muhari | South-East | 6.46 km |
| Garetha | North-East | 6.57 km |
| Gugari | East | 6.97 km |
| Amarpur Lalan | South-East | 7.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sujwaha
Sujwaha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Basai, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.7 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 Sujwaha is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Sujwaha is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sujwaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sujwaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sujwaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sujwaha 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sujwaha
Where is Sujwaha located?
Sujwaha village is located in Pichhore Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sujwaha?
Sujwaha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sujwaha?
The pincode of Sujwaha is 473995.
What is the population of Sujwaha?
Sujwaha has a total population of 2,116, including 1,123 males and 993 females.
How many households are there in Sujwaha?
There are 558 households in Sujwaha.
What is the literacy rate in Sujwaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sujwaha is 42.82%. Male literacy is 53.52% and female literacy is 30.72%.