Sarifabad - Pithora, Mahasamund
Sarifabad is a village situated in the Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pithaura and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Santemri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarifabad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarifabad is 446515. The village covers a total geographical area of 223.97 hectares and falls under the 492112 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Sarifabad 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 Sarifabad
As per Census 2011, Sarifabad village has a total population of 228 people, consisting of 111 males and 117 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 120 literate and 108 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 70 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarifabad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 228 | 111 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 68 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 43 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Sarifabad
Sarifabad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Santemri | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Bade Temri Bhaisanala Tukda | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Badetemri | South | 1.96 km |
| Barpani | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Deosaral | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Bijemal | East | 2.76 km |
| Badetemri Nakti Nala Tukda | South | 2.92 km |
| Ansula | West | 3.51 km |
| Khaira | North-East | 4.04 km |
| Baldidih | South-West | 4.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarifabad
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sarifabad. The nearest railway station is Bagbahra, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.0 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 Bagbahara to Sarifabad is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Sarifabad is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarifabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarifabad 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 Sarifabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarifabad 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 Sarifabad
Where is Sarifabad located?
Sarifabad village is located in Pithora Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarifabad?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarifabad is Santemri.
What is the pincode of Sarifabad?
The pincode of Sarifabad is 492112.
What is the population of Sarifabad?
Sarifabad has a total population of 228, including 111 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Sarifabad?
There are 58 households in Sarifabad.
What is the literacy rate in Sarifabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarifabad is 52.63%. Male literacy is 61.26% and female literacy is 44.44%.