Sahajpani - Saraipali, Mahasamund
Sahajpani is a village situated in the Saraipali tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraipali and around 123 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Paterapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahajpani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahajpani is 446084. The village covers a total geographical area of 318.54 hectares and falls under the 493558 pincode. Saraipali is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Sahajpani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraipali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahajpani
According to the 2011 Census, Sahajpani village had a total population of 634 people, including 304 males and 330 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 1,086 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.84%, with male literacy at 71.10% and female literacy at 56.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 67, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 191.
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 | 634 | 304 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 41 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 31 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 191 | 103 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 346 | 187 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 117 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Sahajpani
Sahajpani is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sahajpani
Sahajpani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Saraipali to Sahajpani is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Sahajpani is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahajpani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahajpani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sahajpani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahajpani 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sahajpani
Where is Sahajpani located?
Sahajpani village is located in Saraipali Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sahajpani?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahajpani is Paterapali.
What is the pincode of Sahajpani?
The pincode of Sahajpani is 493558.
What is the population of Sahajpani?
Sahajpani had a total population of 634, including 304 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Sahajpani?
Sahajpani had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahajpani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahajpani was 63.84%. Male literacy was 71.10% and female literacy was 56.99%.