Dhoda Mal - Lakhnadon, Seoni
Dhoda Mal is a village situated in the Lakhnadon tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhnadon and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Banjari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhoda Mal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhoda Mal is 495806. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.45 hectares and falls under the 480888 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Dhoda Mal 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 Dhoda Mal
According to the 2011 Census, Dhoda Mal village had a total population of 304 people, including 148 males and 156 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.27%, with male literacy at 77.69% and female literacy at 40.60%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 299.
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 | 304 | 148 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 299 | 146 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 94 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 54 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Dhoda Mal
Dhoda Mal 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 Dhoda Mal
Public transport in the Dhoda Mal 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 Lakhnadon to Dhoda Mal is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Dhoda Mal is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhoda Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhoda Mal 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 Dhoda Mal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhoda Mal 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 Dhoda Mal
Where is Dhoda Mal located?
Dhoda Mal village is located in Lakhnadon Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhoda Mal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhoda Mal is Banjari.
What is the pincode of Dhoda Mal?
The pincode of Dhoda Mal is 480888.
What is the population of Dhoda Mal?
Dhoda Mal had a total population of 304, including 148 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Dhoda Mal?
Dhoda Mal had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhoda Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhoda Mal was 58.27%. Male literacy was 77.69% and female literacy was 40.60%.