Sejwada Kalan - Harrai, Chhindwara
Sejwada Kalan is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Sejwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sejwada Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sejwada Kalan is 494225. The village covers a total geographical area of 2511.69 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sejwada Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sejwada Kalan
As per Census 2011, Sejwada Kalan village has a total population of 1,987 people, consisting of 978 males and 1,009 females. The village has 357 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 307 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 692 literate and 1,295 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,883 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sejwada Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,987 | 978 | 1,009 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 307 | 159 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,883 | 928 | 955 |
| Literate Population | 692 | 395 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,295 | 583 | 712 |
Nearby Villages of Sejwada Kalan
Sejwada Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dahiyar | North-West | 3.52 km |
| Dabri | North-East | 4.02 km |
| Karapatha | South-East | 4.25 km |
| Nachna | South | 4.46 km |
| Ghondi | North-East | 4.49 km |
| Tinsai | West | 4.50 km |
| Noniya | North | 4.93 km |
| Chhata | North-West | 5.98 km |
| Surla | South-East | 6.06 km |
| Tharwa | North-West | 6.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sejwada Kalan
Sejwada Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ghatparsia Halt, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Harrai to Sejwada Kalan is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Sejwada Kalan is about 72 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 Sejwada Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sejwada Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sejwada Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sejwada Kalan 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 Sejwada Kalan
Where is Sejwada Kalan located?
Sejwada Kalan village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sejwada Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sejwada Kalan is Sejwada.
What is the pincode of Sejwada Kalan?
The pincode of Sejwada Kalan is 480224.
What is the population of Sejwada Kalan?
Sejwada Kalan has a total population of 1,987, including 978 males and 1,009 females.
How many households are there in Sejwada Kalan?
There are 357 households in Sejwada Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Sejwada Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sejwada Kalan is 34.83%. Male literacy is 40.39% and female literacy is 29.44%.