Spos Village - Pithora, Mahasamund
Spos is a village situated in the Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pithaura and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Sapos serves as the Gram Panchayat for Spos village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Spos is 446385. The village covers a total geographical area of 402.78 hectares and falls under the 492112 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Spos 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 Spos
As per Census 2011, Spos village has a total population of 922 people, consisting of 447 males and 475 females. The village has 244 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 564 literate and 358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 313 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 218 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Spos are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 922 | 447 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 63 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 313 | 152 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 218 | 107 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 564 | 317 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 130 | 228 |
Nearby Villages of Spos
Spos 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kurmadih | North | 1.69 km |
| Gabaud | West | 1.99 km |
| Baldidih | East | 2.01 km |
| Deosaral | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Bhokaludih | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Patandadar | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Loharakot | South | 3.22 km |
| Bijepur | South-East | 3.56 km |
| Ansula | North | 3.61 km |
| Santemri | North-East | 3.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Spos
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Spos. The nearest railway station is Bagbahra, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.1 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 Bagbahara to Spos is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Spos is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Spos
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Spos village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Spos
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Spos village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Spos
Where is Spos located?
Spos village is located in Pithora Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Spos?
The Gram Panchayat of Spos is Sapos.
What is the pincode of Spos?
The pincode of Spos is 492112.
What is the population of Spos?
Spos has a total population of 922, including 447 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Spos?
There are 244 households in Spos.
What is the literacy rate in Spos?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Spos is 61.17%. Male literacy is 70.92% and female literacy is 52.00%.