Sahajpuri - Lakhnadon, Seoni
Sahajpuri is a village situated in the Lakhnadon tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhnadon and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Sahajpuri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahajpuri is 495927. The village covers a total geographical area of 488.5 hectares and falls under the 480886 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Sahajpuri 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 Sahajpuri
As per Census 2011, Sahajpuri village has a total population of 1,055 people, consisting of 561 males and 494 females. The village has 227 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 641 literate and 414 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 220 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahajpuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,055 | 561 | 494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 76 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 112 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 641 | 379 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 182 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Sahajpuri
Sahajpuri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gungwara | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Dhauriya | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Badnaur | East | 2.57 km |
| Raichaur | South-East | 2.60 km |
| Deori | West | 2.81 km |
| Mandai | North-East | 3.31 km |
| Jogigupha | East | 4.08 km |
| Bijna | South-West | 4.35 km |
| Khairi Ryt. | South-East | 4.50 km |
| Kuhiya | South | 4.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sahajpuri
Sahajpuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Palari, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.2 km.
| 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 Lakhnadon to Sahajpuri is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Sahajpuri is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahajpuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahajpuri 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sahajpuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahajpuri 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 Sahajpuri
Where is Sahajpuri located?
Sahajpuri village is located in Lakhnadon Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahajpuri?
Sahajpuri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sahajpuri?
The pincode of Sahajpuri is 480886.
What is the population of Sahajpuri?
Sahajpuri has a total population of 1,055, including 561 males and 494 females.
How many households are there in Sahajpuri?
There are 227 households in Sahajpuri.
What is the literacy rate in Sahajpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahajpuri is 60.76%. Male literacy is 67.56% and female literacy is 53.04%.