Sarona - Sarona, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Sarona is a village situated in the Sarona tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 24 km from Narharpur and around 20 km from Kanker. Sarona village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarona is 447973. The village covers a total geographical area of 538.42 hectares and falls under the 494335 pincode. Kanker is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sarona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sarona
As per Census 2011, Sarona village has a total population of 3,097 people, consisting of 1,488 males and 1,609 females. The village has 730 households and a sex ratio of 1,081 females per 1,000 males. There are 349 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,060 literate and 1,037 illiterate residents. Additionally, 214 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,042 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,097 | 1,488 | 1,609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 349 | 187 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 214 | 105 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,042 | 475 | 567 |
| Literate Population | 2,060 | 1,100 | 960 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,037 | 388 | 649 |
Nearby Villages of Sarona
Sarona is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sarona
Sarona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Kanker to Sarona is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sarona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarona 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarona
Where is Sarona located?
Sarona village is located in Sarona Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarona?
Sarona is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarona?
The pincode of Sarona is 494335.
What is the population of Sarona?
Sarona has a total population of 3,097, including 1,488 males and 1,609 females.
How many households are there in Sarona?
There are 730 households in Sarona.
What is the literacy rate in Sarona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarona is 66.52%. Male literacy is 73.92% and female literacy is 59.66%.