Sautpur - Karpawand, Bastar
Sautpur is a village situated in the Karpawand tehsil of Bastar district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from Bakawand and around 40 km from Jagdalpur. Soutpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sautpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sautpur is 449422. The village covers a total geographical area of 745.59 hectares and falls under the 494222 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Sautpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bastar Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Sautpur
As per Census 2011, Sautpur village has a total population of 1,923 people, consisting of 960 males and 963 females. The village has 480 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 271 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 845 literate and 1,078 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,078 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sautpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,923 | 960 | 963 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 141 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,078 | 531 | 547 |
| Literate Population | 845 | 521 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,078 | 439 | 639 |
Nearby Villages of Sautpur
Sautpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baniagoan | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Badedeoda | North | 2.31 km |
| Toohatideoda | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Sonpur | South-West | 3.34 km |
| Jaitgiri | South-East | 3.36 km |
| Narawand | West | 3.64 km |
| Keragan | East | 4.23 km |
| Sandeoda | North | 4.24 km |
| Karpawand | North-West | 4.50 km |
| Sandkarmari | North | 4.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sautpur
Sautpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amagura, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.5 km.
| 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 Jagdalpur to Sautpur is about 40 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 Sautpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sautpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sautpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sautpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sautpur
Where is Sautpur located?
Sautpur village is located in Karpawand Tehsil, Bastar district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sautpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sautpur is Soutpur.
What is the pincode of Sautpur?
The pincode of Sautpur is 494222.
What is the population of Sautpur?
Sautpur has a total population of 1,923, including 960 males and 963 females.
How many households are there in Sautpur?
There are 480 households in Sautpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sautpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sautpur is 43.94%. Male literacy is 54.27% and female literacy is 33.64%.