Seluwakhurd - Seoni
Seluwakhurd is a village situated in the Seoni tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from Seoni, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Chutka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Seluwakhurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Seluwakhurd is 496803. The village covers a total geographical area of 228.52 hectares and falls under the 480888 pincode. Barghat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Seluwakhurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Keolari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Seluwakhurd
As per Census 2011, Seluwakhurd village has a total population of 640 people, consisting of 316 males and 324 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 412 literate and 228 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 400 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Seluwakhurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 640 | 316 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 43 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 400 | 197 | 203 |
| Literate Population | 412 | 229 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 87 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Seluwakhurd
Seluwakhurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jaona | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Mordongri | North-East | 2.38 km |
| Bhatekhari | South-West | 3.81 km |
| Chhui | North-East | 4.07 km |
| Tetma | South-East | 4.43 km |
| Muar | South | 4.45 km |
| Kamta | West | 5.17 km |
| Kanhiwada | North-West | 5.18 km |
| Chutka | East | 5.38 km |
| Rampuri | West | 5.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Seluwakhurd
Public transport in the Seluwakhurd is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jurtara, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barghat to Seluwakhurd is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Seluwakhurd is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Seluwakhurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Seluwakhurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Seluwakhurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Seluwakhurd 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 Seluwakhurd
Where is Seluwakhurd located?
Seluwakhurd village is located in Seoni Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Seluwakhurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Seluwakhurd is Chutka.
What is the pincode of Seluwakhurd?
The pincode of Seluwakhurd is 480888.
What is the population of Seluwakhurd?
Seluwakhurd has a total population of 640, including 316 males and 324 females.
How many households are there in Seluwakhurd?
There are 140 households in Seluwakhurd.
What is the literacy rate in Seluwakhurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Seluwakhurd is 64.38%. Male literacy is 72.47% and female literacy is 56.48%.