Baglai - Lakhnadon, Seoni
Baglai is a village situated in the Lakhnadon tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhnadon and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Baglai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baglai is 495848. The village covers a total geographical area of 338.08 hectares and falls under the 480886 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Baglai 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 Baglai
According to the 2011 Census, Baglai village had a total population of 805 people, including 411 males and 394 females, living in 193 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.10%, with male literacy at 76.39% and female literacy at 61.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 451.
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 | 805 | 411 | 394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 51 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 451 | 230 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 492 | 275 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 136 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Baglai
Baglai 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 Baglai
Baglai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Lakhnadon to Baglai is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Baglai is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baglai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baglai 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Baglai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baglai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Baglai
Where is Baglai located?
Baglai village is located in Lakhnadon Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baglai?
Baglai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Baglai?
The pincode of Baglai is 480886.
What is the population of Baglai?
Baglai had a total population of 805, including 411 males and 394 females.
How many households are there in Baglai?
Baglai had 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baglai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baglai was 69.10%. Male literacy was 76.39% and female literacy was 61.65%.