Shedwahi-1 - Jiwati, Chandrapur
Shedwahi-1 is a village situated in the Jiwati tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jiwati and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Sedwahi serves as the Village Panchayat for Shedwahi-1 village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shedwahi-1 is 541672. The village covers a total geographical area of 989.61 hectares and falls under the 442908 pincode. Rajura is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Shedwahi-1 village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shedwahi-1
According to the 2011 Census, Shedwahi-1 village had a total population of 1,162 people, including 560 males and 602 females, living in 230 households. The sex ratio was 1,075 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.77%, with male literacy at 70.49% and female literacy at 49.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 309, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 751.
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 | 1,162 | 560 | 602 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 89 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 309 | 152 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 751 | 358 | 393 |
| Literate Population | 581 | 332 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 581 | 228 | 353 |
Nearby Villages of Shedwahi-1
Shedwahi-1 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 Shedwahi-1
Public transport in the Shedwahi-1 is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajura to Shedwahi-1 is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Shedwahi-1 is about 91 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 Shedwahi-1
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shedwahi-1 village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shedwahi-1
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shedwahi-1 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shedwahi-1
Where is Shedwahi-1 located?
Shedwahi-1 village is located in Jiwati Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shedwahi-1?
The Village Panchayat of Shedwahi-1 is Sedwahi.
What is the pincode of Shedwahi-1?
The pincode of Shedwahi-1 is 442908.
What is the population of Shedwahi-1?
Shedwahi-1 had a total population of 1,162, including 560 males and 602 females.
How many households are there in Shedwahi-1?
Shedwahi-1 had 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shedwahi-1?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shedwahi-1 was 59.77%. Male literacy was 70.49% and female literacy was 49.70%.