Baksi - Ghansaur, Seoni
Baksi is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 139 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Rajarwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baksi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baksi is 496257. The village covers a total geographical area of 244.72 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Jabalpur is the nearest town, located about 98 km away.
Baksi 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 Baksi
As per Census 2011, Baksi village has a total population of 617 people, consisting of 307 males and 310 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 323 literate and 294 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 441 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baksi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 617 | 307 | 310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 56 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 441 | 216 | 225 |
| Literate Population | 323 | 188 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 119 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Baksi
Baksi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajarwada | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Palhera | South | 1.97 km |
| Panwas | South | 2.66 km |
| Machhariya | North-West | 4.25 km |
| Masoor Bhanori | West | 4.26 km |
| Ghurwada | South | 4.50 km |
| Kuteli | South-East | 4.63 km |
| Dawajhir | North | 4.89 km |
| Khursipar | East | 5.09 km |
| Sunehara | South-West | 5.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Baksi
Baksi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mandla Fort, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.1 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 Jabalpur to Baksi is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Baksi is about 139 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baksi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baksi 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 Baksi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baksi 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 Baksi
Where is Baksi located?
Baksi village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baksi?
The Gram Panchayat of Baksi is Rajarwada.
What is the pincode of Baksi?
The pincode of Baksi is 480997.
What is the population of Baksi?
Baksi has a total population of 617, including 307 males and 310 females.
How many households are there in Baksi?
There are 143 households in Baksi.
What is the literacy rate in Baksi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baksi is 52.35%. Male literacy is 61.24% and female literacy is 43.55%.