Putrai - Ghansaur, Seoni
Putrai is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Putrai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Putrai is 496272. The village covers a total geographical area of 446.68 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Jabalpur is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Putrai 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 Putrai
According to the 2011 Census, Putrai village had a total population of 846 people, including 412 males and 434 females, living in 203 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.45%, with male literacy at 76.86% and female literacy at 48.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 735.
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 | 846 | 412 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 62 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 735 | 362 | 373 |
| Literate Population | 449 | 269 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 397 | 143 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Putrai
Putrai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kindrai | North-East | 1.43 km |
| Chinga | East | 2.75 km |
| Bareli | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Budhna | North | 3.32 km |
| Amakhoh Ryt. | South | 3.48 km |
| Pondi | West | 3.53 km |
| Andiya | East | 4.01 km |
| Hiran Bhata | South-East | 4.43 km |
| Rajgarh | North-East | 4.50 km |
| Ghutna | South-West | 4.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Putrai
Putrai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Nidhani, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Jabalpur to Putrai is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Putrai is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Putrai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Putrai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Putrai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Putrai 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Putrai
Where is Putrai located?
Putrai village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Putrai?
Putrai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Putrai?
The pincode of Putrai is 480997.
What is the population of Putrai?
Putrai had a total population of 846, including 412 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Putrai?
Putrai had 203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Putrai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Putrai was 62.45%. Male literacy was 76.86% and female literacy was 48.78%.