Rajola - Ghansaur, Seoni
Rajola is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 124 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Surajpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rajola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajola is 496111. The village covers a total geographical area of 522.86 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Jabalpur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Rajola 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 Rajola
According to the 2011 Census, Rajola village had a total population of 426 people, including 209 males and 217 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.76%, with male literacy at 84.27% and female literacy at 49.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 422.
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 | 426 | 209 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 31 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 422 | 206 | 216 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 150 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 59 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Rajola
Rajola 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 Rajola
Rajola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jabalpur to Rajola is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Rajola is about 124 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 Rajola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajola 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rajola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajola 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 Rajola
Where is Rajola located?
Rajola village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajola?
The Gram Panchayat of Rajola is Surajpura.
What is the pincode of Rajola?
The pincode of Rajola is 480997.
What is the population of Rajola?
Rajola had a total population of 426, including 209 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Rajola?
Rajola had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajola was 66.76%. Male literacy was 84.27% and female literacy was 49.44%.