Majhigawan (Lam Sarai) - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Majhigawan (Lam Sarai) is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Podi - 1 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Majhigawan (Lam Sarai) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majhigawan (Lam Sarai) is 503432. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.13 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 115 km away.
Majhigawan (Lam Sarai) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Majhigawan (Lam Sarai)
According to the 2011 Census, Majhigawan (Lam Sarai) village had a total population of 293 people, including 147 males and 146 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.12%, with male literacy at 80.15% and female literacy at 46.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 58.
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 | 293 | 147 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 105 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 42 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Majhigawan (Lam Sarai)
Majhigawan (Lam Sarai) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Majhigawan (Lam Sarai)
Majhigawan (Lam Sarai) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Majhigawan (Lam Sarai) is about 115 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Majhigawan (Lam Sarai)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majhigawan (Lam Sarai) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Majhigawan (Lam Sarai)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majhigawan (Lam Sarai) 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Majhigawan (Lam Sarai)
Where is Majhigawan (Lam Sarai) located?
Majhigawan (Lam Sarai) village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Majhigawan (Lam Sarai)?
The Gram Panchayat of Majhigawan (Lam Sarai) is Podi - 1.
What is the pincode of Majhigawan (Lam Sarai)?
The pincode of Majhigawan (Lam Sarai) is 486882.
What is the population of Majhigawan (Lam Sarai)?
Majhigawan (Lam Sarai) had a total population of 293, including 147 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Majhigawan (Lam Sarai)?
Majhigawan (Lam Sarai) had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Majhigawan (Lam Sarai)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majhigawan (Lam Sarai) was 63.12%. Male literacy was 80.15% and female literacy was 46.21%.