Sagar - Chachaura, Guna
Sagar is a village situated in the Chachaura tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chachaura and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Aranya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sagar is 499896. The village covers a total geographical area of 498 hectares and falls under the 473115 pincode. Chachaura-binaganj is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Sagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chachoura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sagar
As per Census 2011, Sagar village has a total population of 884 people, consisting of 446 males and 438 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 519 literate and 365 illiterate residents. Additionally, 231 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 121 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 884 | 446 | 438 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 62 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 110 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 121 | 63 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 519 | 332 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 114 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Sagar
Sagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jaysinghpura | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Khatoolo (nagriy) | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Bijnipura | West | 2.88 km |
| Patondi | North-East | 3.35 km |
| Charanpura | North-West | 3.78 km |
| Arnya | East | 4.03 km |
| Vinagaw (nagriy) | South-West | 4.09 km |
| Nal Kheda | East | 4.38 km |
| Lahareha | South | 4.55 km |
| Maheshpura | West | 4.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sagar
Sagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ramri, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chachaura-binaganj to Sagar is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Sagar is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sagar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sagar 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 Sagar
Where is Sagar located?
Sagar village is located in Chachaura Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sagar is Aranya.
What is the pincode of Sagar?
The pincode of Sagar is 473115.
What is the population of Sagar?
Sagar has a total population of 884, including 446 males and 438 females.
How many households are there in Sagar?
There are 143 households in Sagar.
What is the literacy rate in Sagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sagar is 58.71%. Male literacy is 74.44% and female literacy is 42.69%.