Saguni - Tilda, Raipur
Saguni is a village situated in the Tilda tehsil of Raipur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tilda and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Raipur. Saguni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saguni is 444888. The village covers a total geographical area of 752.16 hectares and falls under the 493221 pincode. Tilda is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Saguni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baloda bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saguni
As per Census 2011, Saguni village has a total population of 1,411 people, consisting of 688 males and 723 females. The village has 251 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 214 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 909 literate and 502 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saguni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,411 | 688 | 723 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 113 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 909 | 502 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 502 | 186 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Saguni
Saguni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khair Khunt | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Balaudi Khurd | North-West | 2.46 km |
| Tarpongi | East | 2.63 km |
| Akoli-1(akoli) | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Bherawa | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Sardhu | North-East | 3.09 km |
| Pandar Bhattha | South | 3.54 km |
| Balaudi Kalan | North-West | 3.96 km |
| Mudpar Kalan | West | 3.96 km |
| Sungera | North | 4.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saguni
Saguni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ibhd, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.8 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 Tilda to Saguni is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Saguni is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saguni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saguni 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Saguni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saguni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saguni
Where is Saguni located?
Saguni village is located in Tilda Tehsil, Raipur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saguni?
Saguni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saguni?
The pincode of Saguni is 493221.
What is the population of Saguni?
Saguni has a total population of 1,411, including 688 males and 723 females.
How many households are there in Saguni?
There are 251 households in Saguni.
What is the literacy rate in Saguni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saguni is 64.42%. Male literacy is 72.97% and female literacy is 56.29%.