Sarai Tola - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Sarai Tola is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Girari Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarai Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarai Tola is 502132. The village covers a total geographical area of 302.36 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Amarkantak is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Sarai Tola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarai Tola
According to the 2011 Census, Sarai Tola village had a total population of 319 people, including 155 males and 164 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,058 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.54%, with male literacy at 75.97% and female literacy at 55.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 295.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 319 | 155 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 295 | 142 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 98 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 57 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Sarai Tola
Sarai Tola 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 Sarai Tola
Sarai Tola 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 >10 km |
| 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 Amarkantak to Sarai Tola is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Sarai Tola is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarai Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarai Tola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sarai Tola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarai Tola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sarai Tola
Where is Sarai Tola located?
Sarai Tola village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarai Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarai Tola is Girari Khurd.
What is the pincode of Sarai Tola?
The pincode of Sarai Tola is 484881.
What is the population of Sarai Tola?
Sarai Tola had a total population of 319, including 155 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Sarai Tola?
Sarai Tola had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarai Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarai Tola was 65.54%. Male literacy was 75.97% and female literacy was 55.80%.