Seoni - Marwahi, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi
Seoni is a village situated in the Marwahi tehsil of Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 13 km from Marwahi and around 150 km from Bilaspur. Seoni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Seoni is 437519. The village covers a total geographical area of 963.28 hectares and falls under the 495118 pincode. Pendra is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Seoni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marwahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Seoni
As per Census 2011, Seoni village has a total population of 3,103 people, consisting of 1,578 males and 1,525 females. The village has 787 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 475 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,928 literate and 1,175 illiterate residents. Additionally, 428 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 979 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Seoni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,103 | 1,578 | 1,525 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 475 | 259 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 428 | 221 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 979 | 484 | 495 |
| Literate Population | 1,928 | 1,104 | 824 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,175 | 474 | 701 |
Nearby Villages of Seoni
Seoni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badraudi | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Enthi | South-East | 2.32 km |
| Deogawan | North | 2.83 km |
| Ghinauchi | North | 3.33 km |
| Pandri | East | 3.58 km |
| Dharhar | South | 3.61 km |
| Patharri | North-East | 4.31 km |
| Pondi | North-East | 4.79 km |
| Maladand | North-West | 4.84 km |
| Dandiya | North | 5.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Seoni
Seoni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nigaura, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Pendra to Seoni is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Seoni is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Seoni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Seoni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Seoni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Seoni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Seoni
Where is Seoni located?
Seoni village is located in Marwahi Tehsil, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Seoni?
Seoni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Seoni?
The pincode of Seoni is 495118.
What is the population of Seoni?
Seoni has a total population of 3,103, including 1,578 males and 1,525 females.
How many households are there in Seoni?
There are 787 households in Seoni.
What is the literacy rate in Seoni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Seoni is 62.13%. Male literacy is 69.96% and female literacy is 54.03%.