Saraipatera - Basna, Mahasamund
Saraipatera is a village situated in the Basna tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basna and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Bargeon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saraipatera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saraipatera is 445781. The village covers a total geographical area of 157.8 hectares and falls under the 493558 pincode. Basna is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Saraipatera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saraipatera
According to the 2011 Census, Saraipatera village had a total population of 444 people, including 223 males and 221 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.04%, with male literacy at 87.24% and female literacy at 66.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 56, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 444 | 223 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 26 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 171 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 52 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Saraipatera
Saraipatera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bargaon | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Gadahabhata | North | 1.26 km |
| Gerrabhatha | South-West | 1.41 km |
| Ganekera | East | 1.52 km |
| Khatkhati | South | 1.63 km |
| Rasoda | West | 1.99 km |
| Padardih | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Nawagaon | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Koliha Deori | North | 2.80 km |
| Habekanta | East | 2.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saraipatera
Saraipatera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Komakhan, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.2 km.
| 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 Basna to Saraipatera is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Saraipatera 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 Saraipatera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saraipatera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saraipatera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saraipatera 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 Saraipatera
Where is Saraipatera located?
Saraipatera village is located in Basna Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saraipatera?
The Gram Panchayat of Saraipatera is Bargeon.
What is the pincode of Saraipatera?
The pincode of Saraipatera is 493558.
What is the population of Saraipatera?
Saraipatera had a total population of 444, including 223 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Saraipatera?
Saraipatera had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saraipatera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraipatera was 77.04%. Male literacy was 87.24% and female literacy was 66.84%.