Mahartala - Ghansaur, Seoni
Mahartala is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 121 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Surajpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahartala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahartala is 496110. The village covers a total geographical area of 281.16 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Jabalpur is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Mahartala 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 Mahartala
According to the 2011 Census, Mahartala village had a total population of 389 people, including 201 males and 188 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.59%, with male literacy at 82.02% and female literacy at 47.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 60.
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 | 389 | 201 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 15 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 30 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 146 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 55 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Mahartala
Mahartala is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mahartala
Mahartala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Mahartala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jabalpur to Mahartala is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Mahartala is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahartala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahartala 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahartala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahartala 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 Mahartala
Where is Mahartala located?
Mahartala village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahartala?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahartala is Surajpura.
What is the pincode of Mahartala?
The pincode of Mahartala is 480997.
What is the population of Mahartala?
Mahartala had a total population of 389, including 201 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Mahartala?
Mahartala had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahartala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahartala was 65.59%. Male literacy was 82.02% and female literacy was 47.53%.