Purwa Mal - Lakhnadon, Seoni
Purwa Mal 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 69 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Purwamal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purwa Mal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purwa Mal is 495836. The village covers a total geographical area of 633.2 hectares and falls under the 480886 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Purwa 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 Purwa Mal
As per Census 2011, Purwa Mal village has a total population of 920 people, consisting of 453 males and 467 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 499 literate and 421 illiterate residents. Additionally, 249 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 288 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purwa Mal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 920 | 453 | 467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 57 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 129 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 288 | 143 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 499 | 287 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 421 | 166 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of Purwa Mal
Purwa Mal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Purwa Ryt. | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Nagadahar | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Bhilma | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Nawalgaon | East | 2.84 km |
| Sajpani | West | 2.88 km |
| Pandupura | North-West | 3.47 km |
| Jowa | North-East | 3.84 km |
| Harrai | South | 4.11 km |
| Khairnara | North-East | 4.16 km |
| Sanai Dongari | North | 4.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purwa Mal
Purwa Mal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Binaiki, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.6 km.
| 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 Lakhnadon to Purwa Mal is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Purwa Mal is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purwa Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purwa Mal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purwa 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 Purwa Mal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Purwa Mal
Where is Purwa Mal located?
Purwa Mal village is located in Lakhnadon Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purwa Mal?
The Gram Panchayat of Purwa Mal is Purwamal.
What is the pincode of Purwa Mal?
The pincode of Purwa Mal is 480886.
What is the population of Purwa Mal?
Purwa Mal has a total population of 920, including 453 males and 467 females.
How many households are there in Purwa Mal?
There are 208 households in Purwa Mal.
What is the literacy rate in Purwa Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purwa Mal is 54.24%. Male literacy is 63.36% and female literacy is 45.40%.