Hood Mal - Ghansaur, Seoni
Hood Mal is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Barodamal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hood Mal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hood Mal is 496168. The village covers a total geographical area of 240.53 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Hood Mal 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 Hood Mal
According to the 2011 Census, Hood Mal village had a total population of 107 people, including 60 males and 47 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 783 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.78%, with male literacy at 94.34% and female literacy at 90.91%.
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 | 107 | 60 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 50 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 10 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Hood Mal
Hood Mal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hood Ryt. | South-West | 0.89 km |
| Baroda Mal | East | 1.31 km |
| Kurmithel Mal | North-East | 2.42 km |
| Palatwada | West | 2.42 km |
| Bamhodi | South | 2.72 km |
| Para | North | 2.83 km |
| Limtara | South-East | 3.04 km |
| Patri | North | 3.64 km |
| Khairi Kalan | South-East | 3.84 km |
| Tinsara | South-East | 4.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hood Mal
Hood Mal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Binaiki, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Lakhnadon to Hood Mal is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Hood Mal is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hood Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hood Mal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hood Mal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hood Mal 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Hood Mal
Where is Hood Mal located?
Hood Mal village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hood Mal?
The Gram Panchayat of Hood Mal is Barodamal.
What is the pincode of Hood Mal?
The pincode of Hood Mal is 480997.
What is the population of Hood Mal?
Hood Mal had a total population of 107, including 60 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Hood Mal?
Hood Mal had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hood Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hood Mal was 92.78%. Male literacy was 94.34% and female literacy was 90.91%.