Andiya - Ghansaur, Seoni
Andiya is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Andiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andiya is 496270. The village covers a total geographical area of 466.71 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Ghansaur is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Andiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Andiya
According to the 2011 Census, Andiya village had a total population of 727 people, including 369 males and 358 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.58%, with male literacy at 86.34% and female literacy at 53.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 651.
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 | 727 | 369 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 47 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 651 | 326 | 325 |
| Literate Population | 439 | 278 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 91 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Andiya
Andiya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chinga | West | 1.33 km |
| Kusmi | East | 1.59 km |
| Sudamapur | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Gota | East | 2.72 km |
| Bareli | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Kukri | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Hiran Bhata | South | 3.07 km |
| Kedarpur | North-East | 3.12 km |
| Kindrai | West | 3.48 km |
| Singarpur | East | 3.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Andiya
Andiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nidhani, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Ghansaur to Andiya is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Andiya is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andiya 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 Andiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andiya 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 Andiya
Where is Andiya located?
Andiya village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Andiya?
Andiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Andiya?
The pincode of Andiya is 480997.
What is the population of Andiya?
Andiya had a total population of 727, including 369 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Andiya?
Andiya had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Andiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andiya was 70.58%. Male literacy was 86.34% and female literacy was 53.67%.