Pindrai - Ghansaur, Seoni
Pindrai is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Darotkalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pindrai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pindrai is 496146. The village covers a total geographical area of 425.81 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Pindrai 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 Pindrai
As per Census 2011, Pindrai village has a total population of 598 people, consisting of 299 males and 299 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 338 literate and 260 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 297 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pindrai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 598 | 299 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 33 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 50 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 297 | 143 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 201 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 98 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Pindrai
Pindrai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Darot Khurd | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Deori Khurd | South | 1.84 km |
| Nidhani | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Batwani | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Darot Kalan | South | 2.84 km |
| Salaiya | North-West | 3.56 km |
| Mehta | East | 3.61 km |
| Bamhodi | North-East | 3.85 km |
| Munda | West | 4.02 km |
| Kahani | South-West | 4.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pindrai
Pindrai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Binaiki, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Lakhnadon to Pindrai is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Pindrai is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pindrai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pindrai 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pindrai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pindrai 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 Pindrai
Where is Pindrai located?
Pindrai village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pindrai?
The Gram Panchayat of Pindrai is Darotkalan.
What is the pincode of Pindrai?
The pincode of Pindrai is 480997.
What is the population of Pindrai?
Pindrai has a total population of 598, including 299 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Pindrai?
There are 152 households in Pindrai.
What is the literacy rate in Pindrai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pindrai is 56.52%. Male literacy is 67.22% and female literacy is 45.82%.