Sailwar - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Sailwar 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 Sailwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sailwar is 503435. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.94 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 115 km away.
Sailwar 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 Sailwar
As per Census 2011, Sailwar village has a total population of 779 people, consisting of 402 males and 377 females. The village has 153 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 459 literate and 320 illiterate residents. Additionally, 149 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 65 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sailwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 779 | 402 | 377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 58 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 69 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 459 | 281 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 121 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Sailwar
Sailwar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Doraj Khurd | South | 1.37 km |
| Dighwar | East | 1.67 km |
| Duari (lam Sarai) | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Lamsarai | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Leduakhand | North | 3.08 km |
| Atraila (rajghat) | West | 3.53 km |
| Ramdiha | East | 3.63 km |
| Deora | North | 3.95 km |
| Deeghar Kalan | West | 4.15 km |
| Bharari | South | 4.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sailwar
Sailwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Paprakund, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.4 km.
| 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 Sailwar 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 Sailwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sailwar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sailwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sailwar 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 Sailwar
Where is Sailwar located?
Sailwar village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sailwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sailwar is Podi - 1.
What is the pincode of Sailwar?
The pincode of Sailwar is 486882.
What is the population of Sailwar?
Sailwar has a total population of 779, including 402 males and 377 females.
How many households are there in Sailwar?
There are 153 households in Sailwar.
What is the literacy rate in Sailwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sailwar is 58.92%. Male literacy is 69.90% and female literacy is 47.21%.