Seluwa - Ghansaur, Seoni
Seluwa is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Beohari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Seluwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Seluwa is 496229. The village covers a total geographical area of 235 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Jabalpur is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Seluwa 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 Seluwa
As per Census 2011, Seluwa village has a total population of 738 people, consisting of 350 males and 388 females. The village has 166 households and a sex ratio of 1,108 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 478 literate and 260 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 274 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Seluwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 738 | 350 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 43 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 34 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 274 | 118 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 478 | 251 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 99 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Seluwa
Seluwa 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 Seluwa
Seluwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jabalpur to Seluwa is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Seluwa is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Seluwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Seluwa 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Seluwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Seluwa 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 Seluwa
Where is Seluwa located?
Seluwa village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Seluwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Seluwa is Beohari.
What is the pincode of Seluwa?
The pincode of Seluwa is 480997.
What is the population of Seluwa?
Seluwa has a total population of 738, including 350 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Seluwa?
There are 166 households in Seluwa.
What is the literacy rate in Seluwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Seluwa is 64.77%. Male literacy is 71.71% and female literacy is 58.51%.