Sedam - Batouli, Surguja
Sedam is a village situated in the Batouli tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batouli and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Sedam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sedam is 433519. The village covers a total geographical area of 532.17 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sedam 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 Sedam
As per Census 2011, Sedam village has a total population of 1,371 people, consisting of 697 males and 674 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 761 literate and 610 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 491 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sedam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,371 | 697 | 674 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 92 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 24 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 491 | 257 | 234 |
| Literate Population | 761 | 449 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 610 | 248 | 362 |
Nearby Villages of Sedam
Sedam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Suarpara | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Basen | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Saraswatipur | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Pathrai | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Selma | North-East | 3.43 km |
| Poksari | South | 3.82 km |
| Bhatko | North-West | 3.88 km |
| Govindpur | South-West | 4.31 km |
| Mangari | South-East | 4.37 km |
| Chiparkaya | South-West | 4.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sedam
Sedam is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.5 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 Sedam is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Sedam 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 Sedam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sedam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sedam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sedam 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sedam
Where is Sedam located?
Sedam village is located in Batouli Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sedam?
Sedam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sedam?
The pincode of Sedam is 497101.
What is the population of Sedam?
Sedam has a total population of 1,371, including 697 males and 674 females.
How many households are there in Sedam?
There are 343 households in Sedam.
What is the literacy rate in Sedam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sedam is 55.51%. Male literacy is 64.42% and female literacy is 46.29%.