Sarai Mal. Village - Shahpura, Dindori
Sarai Mal. is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Dindori. Sarai Mal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarai Mal. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarai Mal. is 491560. The village covers a total geographical area of 496.66 hectares and falls under the 481990 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sarai Mal. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sarai Mal.
As per Census 2011, Sarai Mal. village has a total population of 933 people, consisting of 497 males and 436 females. The village has 257 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 470 literate and 463 illiterate residents. Additionally, 741 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 119 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarai Mal. are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 933 | 497 | 436 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 71 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 741 | 396 | 345 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 60 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 470 | 297 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 463 | 200 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Sarai Mal.
Sarai Mal. 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 Mal.
Sarai Mal. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Shahpura to Sarai Mal. is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dindori to Sarai Mal. is about 75 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 Sarai Mal.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarai Mal. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sarai Mal.
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 Mal. 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sarai Mal.
Where is Sarai Mal. located?
Sarai Mal. village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarai Mal.?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarai Mal. is Sarai Mal.
What is the pincode of Sarai Mal.?
The pincode of Sarai Mal. is 481990.
What is the population of Sarai Mal.?
Sarai Mal. has a total population of 933, including 497 males and 436 females.
How many households are there in Sarai Mal.?
There are 257 households in Sarai Mal..
What is the literacy rate in Sarai Mal.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarai Mal. is 50.38%. Male literacy is 59.76% and female literacy is 39.68%.