Seoni - Chhapara, Seoni
Seoni is a village situated in the Chhapara tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dungaria Chhapara and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Bakoda Seoni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Seoni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Seoni is 495979. The village covers a total geographical area of 446.55 hectares and falls under the 480884 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Seoni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seoni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Seoni
As per Census 2011, Seoni village has a total population of 760 people, consisting of 379 males and 381 females. The village has 203 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 389 literate and 371 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 622 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Seoni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 760 | 379 | 381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 43 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 622 | 313 | 309 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 230 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 149 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Seoni
Seoni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barsala | South | 2.32 km |
| Bhatamatra | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Nandora | South | 3.33 km |
| Pandiwada | East | 4.11 km |
| Ramgarh | South-West | 4.26 km |
| Khatkar | North-East | 4.69 km |
| Bakhari | South | 4.81 km |
| Payli Kalan | South-East | 5.27 km |
| Andhyari | East | 5.31 km |
| Junapani | East | 5.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Seoni
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Seoni. The nearest railway station is Bhoma, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Seoni to Seoni is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Seoni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Seoni 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Seoni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Seoni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Seoni
Where is Seoni located?
Seoni village is located in Chhapara Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Seoni?
The Gram Panchayat of Seoni is Bakoda Seoni.
What is the pincode of Seoni?
The pincode of Seoni is 480884.
What is the population of Seoni?
Seoni has a total population of 760, including 379 males and 381 females.
How many households are there in Seoni?
There are 203 households in Seoni.
What is the literacy rate in Seoni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Seoni is 51.18%. Male literacy is 60.69% and female literacy is 41.73%.