Sarna - Raghunathnagar, Balrampur-Ramanujganj
Sarna is a village situated in the Raghunathnagar tehsil of Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from Wadrafnagar and around 125 km from Ambikapur. Sarna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarna is 432100. The village covers a total geographical area of 811.4 hectares and falls under the 497225 pincode. Wadrafnagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sarna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sarna
As per Census 2011, Sarna village has a total population of 3,016 people, consisting of 1,532 males and 1,484 females. The village has 799 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 478 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,736 literate and 1,280 illiterate residents. Additionally, 260 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 638 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,016 | 1,532 | 1,484 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 478 | 233 | 245 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 124 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 638 | 316 | 322 |
| Literate Population | 1,736 | 1,055 | 681 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,280 | 477 | 803 |
Nearby Villages of Sarna
Sarna 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 Sarna
Sarna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Wadrafnagar to Sarna is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Sarna is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sarna
Where is Sarna located?
Sarna village is located in Raghunathnagar Tehsil, Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarna?
Sarna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarna?
The pincode of Sarna is 497225.
What is the population of Sarna?
Sarna has a total population of 3,016, including 1,532 males and 1,484 females.
How many households are there in Sarna?
There are 799 households in Sarna.
What is the literacy rate in Sarna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarna is 57.56%. Male literacy is 68.86% and female literacy is 45.89%.