Sarad - Baihar, Balaghat
Sarad is a village situated in the Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baihar and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Lud serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarad is 498019. The village covers a total geographical area of 1245.76 hectares and falls under the 481105 pincode. Malajkhand is the nearest town.
Sarad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarad
According to the 2011 Census, Sarad village had a total population of 85 people, including 47 males and 38 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 809 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.11%, with male literacy at 64.86% and female literacy at 38.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 75.
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 | 85 | 47 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 41 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 24 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 23 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Sarad
Sarad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kongewani | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Lud | East | 3.51 km |
| Hirri | North-East | 4.20 km |
| Narangi | North | 4.57 km |
| Harranala | South | 5.17 km |
| Bharri | North-East | 5.44 km |
| Daldala | North | 5.75 km |
| Ghondi | North-West | 6.60 km |
| Bodkhi | South | 6.74 km |
| Pondi | North-East | 7.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarad
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sarad. The nearest railway station is Balaghat Junction, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Balaghat to Sarad is about 54 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 Sarad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sarad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sarad
Where is Sarad located?
Sarad village is located in Baihar Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarad?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarad is Lud.
What is the pincode of Sarad?
The pincode of Sarad is 481105.
What is the population of Sarad?
Sarad had a total population of 85, including 47 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Sarad?
Sarad had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarad was 52.11%. Male literacy was 64.86% and female literacy was 38.24%.