Sarai Patera - Sahaspur Lohara, Kabeerdham
Sarai Patera is a village situated in the Sahaspur Lohara tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahaspur Lohara and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Sonjhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarai Patera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarai Patera is 439600. The village covers a total geographical area of 467.07 hectares and falls under the 491996 pincode. Sahaspur-lohara is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Sarai Patera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarai Patera
As per Census 2011, Sarai Patera village has a total population of 504 people, consisting of 230 males and 274 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 1,191 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 216 literate and 288 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 95 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarai Patera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 504 | 230 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 36 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 37 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 216 | 110 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 120 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Sarai Patera
Sarai Patera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonjhari | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Ghatola | North | 2.02 km |
| Bigarbharri | South-East | 2.81 km |
| Botesur | South-East | 3.44 km |
| Sarodhi | North-East | 4.06 km |
| Bhedra | South-East | 4.78 km |
| Junwani | North-East | 4.83 km |
| Motimpur | East | 5.08 km |
| Ranidahara | South-East | 5.84 km |
| Kharra | South | 6.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarai Patera
Sarai Patera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rasmara, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sahaspur-lohara to Sarai Patera is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Sarai Patera is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarai Patera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarai Patera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sarai Patera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarai Patera 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 Sarai Patera
Where is Sarai Patera located?
Sarai Patera village is located in Sahaspur Lohara Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarai Patera?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarai Patera is Sonjhari.
What is the pincode of Sarai Patera?
The pincode of Sarai Patera is 491996.
What is the population of Sarai Patera?
Sarai Patera has a total population of 504, including 230 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Sarai Patera?
There are 125 households in Sarai Patera.
What is the literacy rate in Sarai Patera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarai Patera is 42.86%. Male literacy is 47.83% and female literacy is 38.69%.