Saraitola - Bagbahar, Jashpur
Saraitola is a village situated in the Bagbahar tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 21 km from Pathalgaon and around 90 km from Jashpur Nagar. Saraitola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saraitola is 434287. The village covers a total geographical area of 1275.82 hectares and falls under the 496220 pincode. Pathalgaon is the nearest town, located about 21 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 Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saraitola
As per Census 2011, Saraitola village has a total population of 2,296 people, consisting of 1,182 males and 1,114 females. The village has 472 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 295 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,236 literate and 1,060 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,522 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saraitola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,296 | 1,182 | 1,114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 161 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 34 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,522 | 787 | 735 |
| Literate Population | 1,236 | 751 | 485 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,060 | 431 | 629 |
Nearby Villages of Saraitola
Saraitola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chiknipani | South-East | 3.65 km |
| Bildegi | North-West | 3.74 km |
| Rede | East | 4.36 km |
| Bangaon | North | 4.65 km |
| Mathpahard | South | 4.89 km |
| Loker | North-East | 4.97 km |
| Pemla | East | 6.31 km |
| Kukri Choli | South | 6.56 km |
| Lamdand | North-East | 6.98 km |
| Kukur Bhuka | South-East | 7.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saraitola
Saraitola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hemagiri, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pathalgaon to Saraitola is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Saraitola is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Saraitola
Where is Saraitola located?
Saraitola village is located in Bagbahar Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saraitola?
Saraitola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saraitola?
The pincode of Saraitola is 496220.
What is the population of Saraitola?
Saraitola has a total population of 2,296, including 1,182 males and 1,114 females.
How many households are there in Saraitola?
There are 472 households in Saraitola.
What is the literacy rate in Saraitola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraitola is 53.83%. Male literacy is 63.54% and female literacy is 43.54%.