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
According to the 2011 Census, Sailwar village had a total population of 779 people, including 402 males and 377 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.55%, with male literacy at 81.69% and female literacy at 56.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 149, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 65.
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 | 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 had a total population of 779, including 402 males and 377 females.
How many households are there in Sailwar?
Sailwar had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sailwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sailwar was 69.55%. Male literacy was 81.69% and female literacy was 56.33%.