Sihawal
Sihawal is a village located in Sihawal tehsil of Sidhi district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 60km away from district headquarter Sihawal. Sihawal is the sub-district headquarter of Sihawal village. As per 2009 stats, Sihawal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sihawal unique in its vibrant Sihawal-Sidhi region. You’ll see Sihawal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sihawal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sihawal is 502912. The village spans a total geographical area of 244.46 hectares. Sidhi is nearest town to Sihawal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sihawal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sihawal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sidhi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sihawal
Population of Sihawal
According to the 2011 Census, Sihawal has a total population of about 1,831, with approximately 944 males and 887 females. The sex ratio is around 939 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 311 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 31 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 53. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.35%, with male literacy at about 71.82% and female literacy near 54.34%. There are around 381 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sihawal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,831 | 944 | 887 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 311 | 156 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 31 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 1,160 | 678 | 482 |
| Illiterate Population | 671 | 266 | 405 |
Connectivity of Sihawal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sihawal. As per the 2011 stats, Sihawal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sihawal
Knowing the nearby villages of Sihawal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sihawal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sihawal
- Where is Sihawal located?
- Sihawal village is situated in Sihawal Tehsil, within the Sidhi district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sihawal?
- Sihawal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sihawal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sihawal is 1,831, with 944 males and 887 females.
- How many households are there in Sihawal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sihawal village has a total of 381 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sihawal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sihawal is 63.35%. The male literacy rate is 71.82%, while the female literacy rate is 54.34%.