Sahejana Basti - Paraswada, Balaghat
Sahejana Basti is a village situated in the Paraswada tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paraswada and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Shejana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahejana Basti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahejana Basti is 498362. The village covers a total geographical area of 536.83 hectares and falls under the 481111 pincode. Baihar is the nearest town.
Sahejana Basti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paraswada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahejana Basti
According to the 2011 Census, Sahejana Basti village had a total population of 947 people, including 455 males and 492 females, living in 203 households. The sex ratio was 1,081 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.78%, with male literacy at 72.85% and female literacy at 59.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 239.
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 | 947 | 455 | 492 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 72 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 30 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 239 | 107 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 519 | 279 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 176 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Sahejana Basti
Sahejana Basti 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 Sahejana Basti
Sahejana Basti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Balaghat to Sahejana Basti is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahejana Basti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahejana Basti 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 Sahejana Basti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahejana Basti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sahejana Basti
Where is Sahejana Basti located?
Sahejana Basti village is located in Paraswada Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sahejana Basti?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahejana Basti is Shejana.
What is the pincode of Sahejana Basti?
The pincode of Sahejana Basti is 481111.
What is the population of Sahejana Basti?
Sahejana Basti had a total population of 947, including 455 males and 492 females.
How many households are there in Sahejana Basti?
Sahejana Basti had 203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahejana Basti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahejana Basti was 65.78%. Male literacy was 72.85% and female literacy was 59.11%.