Saraipali - Kota, Bilaspur
Saraipali is a village situated in the Kota tehsil of Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kota and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bilaspur. Shiv Tarai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saraipali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saraipali is 438006. The village covers a total geographical area of 226.65 hectares and falls under the 495113 pincode. Kota is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Saraipali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saraipali
According to the 2011 Census, Saraipali village had a total population of 538 people, including 271 males and 267 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.89%, with male literacy at 89.19% and female literacy at 60.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 448.
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 | 538 | 271 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 49 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 448 | 222 | 226 |
| Literate Population | 337 | 198 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 73 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Saraipali
Saraipali 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 Saraipali
Saraipali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Saraipali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kota to Saraipali is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Saraipali is about 40 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 Saraipali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saraipali 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saraipali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saraipali 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saraipali
Where is Saraipali located?
Saraipali village is located in Kota Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saraipali?
The Gram Panchayat of Saraipali is Shiv Tarai.
What is the pincode of Saraipali?
The pincode of Saraipali is 495113.
What is the population of Saraipali?
Saraipali had a total population of 538, including 271 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Saraipali?
Saraipali had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saraipali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraipali was 74.89%. Male literacy was 89.19% and female literacy was 60.96%.