Saraitola - Nagri, Dhamtari
Saraitola is a village situated in the Nagri tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagari and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dhamtari. Guhan Nala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saraitola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saraitola is 447347. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.63 hectares and falls under the 493773 pincode. Nagri is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Saraitola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sihawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saraitola
According to the 2011 Census, Saraitola village had a total population of 345 people, including 182 males and 163 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.79%, with male literacy at 71.71% and female literacy at 55.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 297.
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 | 345 | 182 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 30 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 297 | 156 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 109 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 73 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Saraitola
Saraitola 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 Saraitola
Saraitola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nagri to Saraitola is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Saraitola is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saraitola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saraitola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saraitola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saraitola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saraitola
Where is Saraitola located?
Saraitola village is located in Nagri Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saraitola?
The Gram Panchayat of Saraitola is Guhan Nala.
What is the pincode of Saraitola?
The pincode of Saraitola is 493773.
What is the population of Saraitola?
Saraitola had a total population of 345, including 182 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Saraitola?
Saraitola had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saraitola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraitola was 63.79%. Male literacy was 71.71% and female literacy was 55.70%.