Selda Mal - Harsud, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Selda Mal is a village situated in the Harsud tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harsud and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Selda Mal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Selda Mal is 505533. The village covers a total geographical area of 1075.36 hectares and falls under the 450116 pincode. Chanera(harsud) is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Selda Mal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Selda Mal
According to the 2011 Census, Selda Mal village had a total population of 1,351 people, including 709 males and 642 females, living in 302 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.93%, with male literacy at 76.43% and female literacy at 47.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 158, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 438.
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 | 1,351 | 709 | 642 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 132 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 85 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 438 | 241 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 691 | 441 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 660 | 268 | 392 |
Nearby Villages of Selda Mal
Selda Mal 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 Selda Mal
Selda Mal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Selda Mal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chanera(harsud) to Selda Mal is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Selda Mal is about 35 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 Selda Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Selda Mal 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Selda Mal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Selda Mal 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Selda Mal
Where is Selda Mal located?
Selda Mal village is located in Harsud Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Selda Mal?
Selda Mal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Selda Mal?
The pincode of Selda Mal is 450116.
What is the population of Selda Mal?
Selda Mal had a total population of 1,351, including 709 males and 642 females.
How many households are there in Selda Mal?
Selda Mal had 302 households.
What is the literacy rate in Selda Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Selda Mal was 62.93%. Male literacy was 76.43% and female literacy was 47.98%.