Mehta - Ghansaur, Seoni
Mehta is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Mehta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehta is 496165. The village covers a total geographical area of 609.62 hectares and falls under the 480999 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Mehta 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 Mehta
As per Census 2011, Mehta village has a total population of 1,966 people, consisting of 1,013 males and 953 females. The village has 458 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 273 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,226 literate and 740 illiterate residents. Additionally, 149 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mehta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,966 | 1,013 | 953 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 142 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 77 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 1,226 | 683 | 543 |
| Illiterate Population | 740 | 330 | 410 |
Nearby Villages of Mehta
Mehta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Suchanmeta | South | 2.11 km |
| Bamhodi | North | 2.60 km |
| Limtara | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Tinsara | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Deori Khurd | West | 3.02 km |
| Darot Kalan | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Kudo Budhwara | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Rampuri | South | 3.55 km |
| Pindrai | West | 3.61 km |
| Agariya Kalan | South-East | 3.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mehta
Mehta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghonsor, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mehta is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Mehta is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mehta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehta 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 Mehta
Where is Mehta located?
Mehta village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehta?
Mehta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mehta?
The pincode of Mehta is 480999.
What is the population of Mehta?
Mehta has a total population of 1,966, including 1,013 males and 953 females.
How many households are there in Mehta?
There are 458 households in Mehta.
What is the literacy rate in Mehta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehta is 62.36%. Male literacy is 67.42% and female literacy is 56.98%.