Serkheda - Aundhi, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Serkheda is a village situated in the Aundhi tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 43 km from Manpur and around 143 km from Rajnandgaon. Sarkheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Serkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Serkheda is 441523. The village covers a total geographical area of 792.74 hectares and falls under the 491229 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 93 km away.
Serkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Serkheda
As per Census 2011, Serkheda village has a total population of 1,675 people, consisting of 832 males and 843 females. The village has 305 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 234 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,079 literate and 596 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,377 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Serkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,675 | 832 | 843 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 118 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 53 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,377 | 672 | 705 |
| Literate Population | 1,079 | 621 | 458 |
| Illiterate Population | 596 | 211 | 385 |
Nearby Villages of Serkheda
Serkheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chichwahi | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Morchul | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Merhakhurd | West | 2.37 km |
| Palebhatti | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Gudaras | North | 2.55 km |
| Sharda | South-East | 2.88 km |
| Nalkasa | East | 2.90 km |
| Bodegaon | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Baler | South | 3.26 km |
| Semhar Bandha | North-West | 3.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Serkheda
Serkheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Wadsa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.6 km.
| 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 Ambagarh Chowki to Serkheda is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Serkheda is about 143 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Serkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Serkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Serkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Serkheda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Serkheda
Where is Serkheda located?
Serkheda village is located in Aundhi Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Serkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Serkheda is Sarkheda.
What is the pincode of Serkheda?
The pincode of Serkheda is 491229.
What is the population of Serkheda?
Serkheda has a total population of 1,675, including 832 males and 843 females.
How many households are there in Serkheda?
There are 305 households in Serkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Serkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Serkheda is 64.42%. Male literacy is 74.64% and female literacy is 54.33%.