Sarmana - Batouli, Surguja
Sarmana is a village situated in the Batouli tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batouli and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Sarmana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarmana is 433501. The village covers a total geographical area of 1142.12 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sarmana 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 Sarmana
As per Census 2011, Sarmana village has a total population of 1,940 people, consisting of 967 males and 973 females. The village has 496 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 290 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,098 literate and 842 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,590 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarmana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,940 | 967 | 973 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 151 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 32 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,590 | 788 | 802 |
| Literate Population | 1,098 | 619 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 842 | 348 | 494 |
Nearby Villages of Sarmana
Sarmana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naya Bandh | South-West | 1.61 km |
| Lalati | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Birimkela | South | 2.99 km |
| Ghutrapara | North | 3.07 km |
| Sardih | North-East | 3.68 km |
| Pathrai | West | 3.72 km |
| Taragi | North-West | 3.78 km |
| Baijnathpur | South-East | 4.06 km |
| Maheshpur | South | 4.83 km |
| Boda | North | 5.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarmana
Sarmana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitapur to Sarmana is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Sarmana is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarmana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarmana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sarmana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarmana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sarmana
Where is Sarmana located?
Sarmana village is located in Batouli Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarmana?
Sarmana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarmana?
The pincode of Sarmana is 497101.
What is the population of Sarmana?
Sarmana has a total population of 1,940, including 967 males and 973 females.
How many households are there in Sarmana?
There are 496 households in Sarmana.
What is the literacy rate in Sarmana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarmana is 56.60%. Male literacy is 64.01% and female literacy is 49.23%.