Sarora Village - Tilda, Raipur
Sarora is a village situated in the Tilda tehsil of Raipur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tilda and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Raipur. Sarora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarora is 444895. The village covers a total geographical area of 2210.008 hectares and falls under the 493221 pincode. Tilda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sarora 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 Sarora
As per Census 2011, Sarora village has a total population of 4,557 people, consisting of 2,299 males and 2,258 females. The village has 882 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 646 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,770 literate and 1,787 illiterate residents. Additionally, 699 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 283 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarora are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,557 | 2,299 | 2,258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 646 | 333 | 313 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 699 | 358 | 341 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 283 | 141 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 2,770 | 1,633 | 1,137 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,787 | 666 | 1,121 |
Nearby Villages of Sarora
Sarora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parsada | South-East | 2.81 km |
| Binaika(bineka) | North | 3.33 km |
| Bhumiya | West | 3.59 km |
| Bhursuda | South-East | 3.75 km |
| Bemta | North-West | 3.86 km |
| Gujara | South | 4.00 km |
| Sankara | South-West | 4.52 km |
| Aurethi | North | 4.63 km |
| Biladi | East | 5.17 km |
| Lanja | North | 5.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarora
Sarora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tilda, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tilda to Sarora is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Sarora is about 36 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 Sarora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sarora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sarora
Where is Sarora located?
Sarora village is located in Tilda Tehsil, Raipur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarora?
Sarora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarora?
The pincode of Sarora is 493221.
What is the population of Sarora?
Sarora has a total population of 4,557, including 2,299 males and 2,258 females.
How many households are there in Sarora?
There are 882 households in Sarora.
What is the literacy rate in Sarora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarora is 60.79%. Male literacy is 71.03% and female literacy is 50.35%.