Sarga - Sitapur, Surguja
Sarga is a village situated in the Sitapur tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitapur and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Sarga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarga is 433477. The village covers a total geographical area of 1367.12 hectares and falls under the 497111 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sarga 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 Sarga
As per Census 2011, Sarga village has a total population of 2,281 people, consisting of 1,153 males and 1,128 females. The village has 474 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 297 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,164 literate and 1,117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 134 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,503 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,281 | 1,153 | 1,128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 153 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 64 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,503 | 759 | 744 |
| Literate Population | 1,164 | 708 | 456 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,117 | 445 | 672 |
Nearby Villages of Sarga
Sarga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shivnathpur | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Gersa | North | 3.45 km |
| Nakbar | South-East | 4.80 km |
| Bharatpur | North | 5.49 km |
| Saraipani | North-East | 5.92 km |
| Ghoghar | East | 6.44 km |
| Lalitpur | North-West | 6.91 km |
| Girhuldih | North | 7.13 km |
| Dhodhagaon | South | 7.19 km |
| Petla | West | 7.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarga
Sarga 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 82.4 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 Sarga is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Sarga is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarga 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 Sarga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarga
Where is Sarga located?
Sarga village is located in Sitapur Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarga?
Sarga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarga?
The pincode of Sarga is 497111.
What is the population of Sarga?
Sarga has a total population of 2,281, including 1,153 males and 1,128 females.
How many households are there in Sarga?
There are 474 households in Sarga.
What is the literacy rate in Sarga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarga is 51.03%. Male literacy is 61.41% and female literacy is 40.43%.