Seoda - Ashta, Sehore
Seoda is a village situated in the Ashta tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashta and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Seoda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Seoda is 482955. The village covers a total geographical area of 1458.46 hectares and falls under the 466125 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Seoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Seoda
As per Census 2011, Seoda village has a total population of 4,274 people, consisting of 2,178 males and 2,096 females. The village has 869 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 575 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,667 literate and 1,607 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,123 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Seoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,274 | 2,178 | 2,096 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 575 | 302 | 273 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,123 | 560 | 563 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,667 | 1,617 | 1,050 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,607 | 561 | 1,046 |
Nearby Villages of Seoda
Seoda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shambhu Khedi | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Titoriya | South | 3.03 km |
| Lakhmipur | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Banveerpura | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Pau Khedi | North | 3.38 km |
| Bagdawada | East | 3.48 km |
| Kumdawada | North-East | 3.98 km |
| Baijnath | South-West | 4.13 km |
| Mundla Ashta | East | 4.15 km |
| Patariya Goyal | East | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Seoda
Seoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chakrod, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Ashta to Seoda is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Seoda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Seoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Seoda 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 Seoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Seoda 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 Seoda
Where is Seoda located?
Seoda village is located in Ashta Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Seoda?
Seoda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Seoda?
The pincode of Seoda is 466125.
What is the population of Seoda?
Seoda has a total population of 4,274, including 2,178 males and 2,096 females.
How many households are there in Seoda?
There are 869 households in Seoda.
What is the literacy rate in Seoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Seoda is 62.40%. Male literacy is 74.24% and female literacy is 50.10%.