Saila - Barghat, Seoni
Saila is a village situated in the Barghat tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barghat and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Saila village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saila is 496977. The village covers a total geographical area of 235.29 hectares and falls under the 480667 pincode. Barghat is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Saila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saila
As per Census 2011, Saila village has a total population of 1,485 people, consisting of 736 males and 749 females. The village has 301 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,021 literate and 464 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 76 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,485 | 736 | 749 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 91 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 33 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 1,021 | 554 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 464 | 182 | 282 |
Nearby Villages of Saila
Saila 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dorli | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Nandi | West | 1.99 km |
| Kalyanpur | South | 2.88 km |
| Ghurwada | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Dungariya | West | 3.34 km |
| Umarwada | East | 3.77 km |
| Nandaura | South-West | 4.02 km |
| Ghisi | North | 4.09 km |
| Mau | East | 4.37 km |
| Agarwada | South | 4.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saila
Saila is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhoma, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.2 km.
| 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 Barghat to Saila is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Saila is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saila 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saila 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 Saila
Where is Saila located?
Saila village is located in Barghat Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saila?
Saila is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saila?
The pincode of Saila is 480667.
What is the population of Saila?
Saila has a total population of 1,485, including 736 males and 749 females.
How many households are there in Saila?
There are 301 households in Saila.
What is the literacy rate in Saila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saila is 68.75%. Male literacy is 75.27% and female literacy is 62.35%.