Kerpani Mal - Lakhnadon, Seoni
Kerpani Mal is a village situated in the Lakhnadon tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhnadon and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Khamaria Pahadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kerpani Mal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerpani Mal is 495763. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.12 hectares and falls under the 480888 pincode. Lakhanadon is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kerpani 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 Kerpani Mal
As per Census 2011, Kerpani Mal village has a total population of 603 people, consisting of 297 males and 306 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 323 literate and 280 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 577 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kerpani Mal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 603 | 297 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 43 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 577 | 283 | 294 |
| Literate Population | 323 | 193 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 104 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Kerpani Mal
Kerpani 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 Kerpani Mal
Kerpani Mal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhanadon to Kerpani Mal is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Kerpani Mal is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kerpani Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kerpani 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kerpani 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 Kerpani Mal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kerpani Mal
Where is Kerpani Mal located?
Kerpani Mal village is located in Lakhnadon Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerpani Mal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerpani Mal is Khamaria Pahadi.
What is the pincode of Kerpani Mal?
The pincode of Kerpani Mal is 480888.
What is the population of Kerpani Mal?
Kerpani Mal has a total population of 603, including 297 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Kerpani Mal?
There are 114 households in Kerpani Mal.
What is the literacy rate in Kerpani Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerpani Mal is 53.57%. Male literacy is 64.98% and female literacy is 42.48%.