Saraswatipur - Batouli, Surguja
Saraswatipur is a village situated in the Batouli tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batouli and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Basen serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saraswatipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saraswatipur is 433518. The village covers a total geographical area of 295.3 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Saraswatipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saraswatipur
As per Census 2011, Saraswatipur village has a total population of 531 people, consisting of 271 males and 260 females. The village has 146 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 202 literate and 329 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 435 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saraswatipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 531 | 271 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 44 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 435 | 222 | 213 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 116 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 155 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Saraswatipur
Saraswatipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhatko | West | 1.97 km |
| Basen | South-East | 2.05 km |
| Sedam | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Selma | East | 2.64 km |
| Kunkuri Kalan | North | 2.73 km |
| Paprenga | North-East | 3.56 km |
| Khaddhuwa | North-West | 3.62 km |
| Pathrai | East | 3.77 km |
| Suarpara | South-East | 3.88 km |
| Batauli | North | 4.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saraswatipur
Saraswatipur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.5 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 Sitapur to Saraswatipur is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Saraswatipur is about 38 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 Saraswatipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saraswatipur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saraswatipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saraswatipur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saraswatipur
Where is Saraswatipur located?
Saraswatipur village is located in Batouli Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saraswatipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Saraswatipur is Basen.
What is the pincode of Saraswatipur?
The pincode of Saraswatipur is 497101.
What is the population of Saraswatipur?
Saraswatipur has a total population of 531, including 271 males and 260 females.
How many households are there in Saraswatipur?
There are 146 households in Saraswatipur.
What is the literacy rate in Saraswatipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraswatipur is 38.04%. Male literacy is 42.80% and female literacy is 33.08%.