Saraipani - Bagicha, Jashpur
Saraipani is a village situated in the Bagicha tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagicha and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Saraipani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saraipani is 433713. The village covers a total geographical area of 1487.66 hectares and falls under the 496223 pincode. Bagicha is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Saraipani 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 Saraipani
According to the 2011 Census, Saraipani village had a total population of 2,487 people, including 1,245 males and 1,242 females, living in 552 households. The sex ratio was 998 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.42%, with male literacy at 80.04% and female literacy at 59.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 90, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,068.
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 | 2,487 | 1,245 | 1,242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 342 | 188 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,068 | 1,032 | 1,036 |
| Literate Population | 1,489 | 846 | 643 |
| Illiterate Population | 998 | 399 | 599 |
Nearby Villages of Saraipani
Saraipani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gersa | South-West | 3.42 km |
| Rengola | North | 3.57 km |
| Mahuwadih | North | 3.60 km |
| Ghoghar | South-East | 3.79 km |
| Girhuldih | North-West | 4.57 km |
| Ghughri | North-East | 5.16 km |
| Bharatpur | West | 5.24 km |
| Bodapahri | North-West | 5.33 km |
| Kurrog | North | 5.87 km |
| Sarga | South-West | 5.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saraipani
Saraipani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.8 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 Bagicha to Saraipani is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Saraipani 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 Saraipani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saraipani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saraipani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saraipani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saraipani
Where is Saraipani located?
Saraipani village is located in Bagicha Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saraipani?
Saraipani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saraipani?
The pincode of Saraipani is 496223.
What is the population of Saraipani?
Saraipani had a total population of 2,487, including 1,245 males and 1,242 females.
How many households are there in Saraipani?
Saraipani had 552 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saraipani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraipani was 69.42%. Male literacy was 80.04% and female literacy was 59.10%.