Saped - Usur, Bijapur
Saped is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 89 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Pujarikanker serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saped village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saped is 450958. The village covers a total geographical area of 477.45 hectares and falls under the 494447 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 250 km away.
Saped village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saped
According to the 2011 Census, Saped village had a total population of 231 people, including 125 males and 106 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 848 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 22.40%, with male literacy at 36.08% and female literacy at 8.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 231.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 231 | 125 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 28 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 231 | 125 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 35 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 90 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Saped
Saped 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 Saped
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Saped.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagdalpur to Saped is about 250 km, with a usual travel time of around ~7.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Saped is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saped
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saped 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Saped
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saped 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saped
Where is Saped located?
Saped village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saped?
The Gram Panchayat of Saped is Pujarikanker.
What is the pincode of Saped?
The pincode of Saped is 494447.
What is the population of Saped?
Saped had a total population of 231, including 125 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Saped?
Saped had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saped?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saped was 22.40%. Male literacy was 36.08% and female literacy was 8.42%.