Sevad - Jobat, Alirajpur
Sevad is a village situated in the Jobat tehsil of Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jobat and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Alirajpur. Mota Umar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sevad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sevad is 504970. The village covers a total geographical area of 452.18 hectares and falls under the 457990 pincode. Jobat is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sevad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jobat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratlam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sevad
As per Census 2011, Sevad village has a total population of 978 people, consisting of 481 males and 497 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 175 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 216 literate and 762 illiterate residents. Additionally, 180 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 796 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sevad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 978 | 481 | 497 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 92 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 93 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 796 | 387 | 409 |
| Literate Population | 216 | 122 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 762 | 359 | 403 |
Nearby Villages of Sevad
Sevad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Borjhad | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Mota Umar | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Sidgaon | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Kila Jobat | North-East | 3.31 km |
| Badaguda | East | 3.60 km |
| Bada Itara | North-West | 4.10 km |
| Baodi | North | 4.30 km |
| Ubgari | North-East | 4.49 km |
| Chhotaguda | South | 4.69 km |
| Ambua | South-West | 4.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sevad
Sevad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chhota Udepur, while the nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jobat to Sevad is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alirajpur to Sevad is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sevad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sevad 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 Sevad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sevad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sevad
Where is Sevad located?
Sevad village is located in Jobat Tehsil, Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sevad?
The Gram Panchayat of Sevad is Mota Umar.
What is the pincode of Sevad?
The pincode of Sevad is 457990.
What is the population of Sevad?
Sevad has a total population of 978, including 481 males and 497 females.
How many households are there in Sevad?
There are 161 households in Sevad.
What is the literacy rate in Sevad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sevad is 22.09%. Male literacy is 25.36% and female literacy is 18.91%.