Silheta Mal - Lakhnadon, Seoni
Silheta Mal is a village situated in the Lakhnadon tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhnadon and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Saliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silheta Mal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silheta Mal is 495789. The village covers a total geographical area of 213.96 hectares and falls under the 480888 pincode. Lakhanadon is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Silheta 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 Silheta Mal
As per Census 2011, Silheta Mal village has a total population of 314 people, consisting of 153 males and 161 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 183 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 272 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silheta Mal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 314 | 153 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 272 | 135 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 107 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 46 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Silheta Mal
Silheta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Salaiya | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Belkhedi | North-West | 1.75 km |
| Bandha | South | 2.19 km |
| Jhalon Ryt. | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Pondi | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Manakpur | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Jhapni | East | 3.58 km |
| Gurar | North | 3.79 km |
| Jamuniya | West | 4.08 km |
| Dongargaon | South | 4.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silheta Mal
Silheta Mal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Devri P.h., while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhanadon to Silheta Mal is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Silheta Mal is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silheta Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silheta 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 Silheta 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 Silheta 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silheta Mal
Where is Silheta Mal located?
Silheta Mal village is located in Lakhnadon Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silheta Mal?
The Gram Panchayat of Silheta Mal is Saliya.
What is the pincode of Silheta Mal?
The pincode of Silheta Mal is 480888.
What is the population of Silheta Mal?
Silheta Mal has a total population of 314, including 153 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Silheta Mal?
There are 76 households in Silheta Mal.
What is the literacy rate in Silheta Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silheta Mal is 58.28%. Male literacy is 69.93% and female literacy is 47.20%.