Samthal - Lakhnadon, Seoni
Samthal is a village situated in the Lakhnadon tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhnadon and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Banjari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samthal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samthal is 495936. The village covers a total geographical area of 381.78 hectares and falls under the 480886 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Samthal 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 Samthal
According to the 2011 Census, Samthal village had a total population of 475 people, including 239 males and 236 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.99%, with male literacy at 63.50% and female literacy at 40.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 407.
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 | 475 | 239 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 39 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 407 | 203 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 127 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 112 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Samthal
Samthal 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 Samthal
Samthal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Samthal is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Samthal is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samthal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samthal 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 Samthal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samthal 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 Samthal
Where is Samthal located?
Samthal village is located in Lakhnadon Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samthal?
The Gram Panchayat of Samthal is Banjari.
What is the pincode of Samthal?
The pincode of Samthal is 480886.
What is the population of Samthal?
Samthal had a total population of 475, including 239 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Samthal?
Samthal had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samthal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samthal was 51.99%. Male literacy was 63.50% and female literacy was 40.59%.