Selwada - Ghansaur, Seoni
Selwada is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 157 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Jhinjrai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Selwada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Selwada is 496235. The village covers a total geographical area of 421.3 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Ghansaur is the nearest town, located about 127 km away.
Selwada 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 Selwada
According to the 2011 Census, Selwada village had a total population of 754 people, including 384 males and 370 females, living in 178 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.37%, with male literacy at 68.20% and female literacy at 52.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 695.
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 | 754 | 384 | 370 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 57 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 695 | 350 | 345 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 223 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 161 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Selwada
Selwada 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 Selwada
Selwada 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 Ghansaur to Selwada is about 127 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Selwada is about 157 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Selwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Selwada 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Selwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Selwada 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 Selwada
Where is Selwada located?
Selwada village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Selwada?
The Gram Panchayat of Selwada is Jhinjrai.
What is the pincode of Selwada?
The pincode of Selwada is 480997.
What is the population of Selwada?
Selwada had a total population of 754, including 384 males and 370 females.
How many households are there in Selwada?
Selwada had 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Selwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Selwada was 60.37%. Male literacy was 68.20% and female literacy was 52.23%.