Lamta - Seoni
Lamta is a village situated in the Seoni tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from Seoni, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Sagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lamta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lamta is 496629. The village covers a total geographical area of 604.33 hectares and falls under the 480661 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Lamta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seoni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lamta
As per Census 2011, Lamta village has a total population of 854 people, consisting of 439 males and 415 females. The village has 206 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 558 literate and 296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 126 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lamta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 854 | 439 | 415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 53 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 69 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 62 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 558 | 319 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 120 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Lamta
Lamta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Samnapurmal | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Bakodi | East | 2.24 km |
| Jaronda | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Samnapurryt. | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Sagar | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Bakhari | North | 3.35 km |
| Dukali | East | 4.08 km |
| Jujhatpur | East | 4.34 km |
| Auriyamal | South-West | 4.58 km |
| Nandora | North | 4.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lamta
Lamta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Seoni, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Seoni to Lamta is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lamta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lamta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lamta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lamta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lamta
Where is Lamta located?
Lamta village is located in Seoni Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lamta?
The Gram Panchayat of Lamta is Sagar.
What is the pincode of Lamta?
The pincode of Lamta is 480661.
What is the population of Lamta?
Lamta has a total population of 854, including 439 males and 415 females.
How many households are there in Lamta?
There are 206 households in Lamta.
What is the literacy rate in Lamta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lamta is 65.34%. Male literacy is 72.67% and female literacy is 57.59%.