Saha - Narayanganj, Mandla
Saha is a village situated in the Narayanganj tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanganj and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Shaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saha is 492783. The village covers a total geographical area of 365.53 hectares and falls under the 481662 pincode. Mandla is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Saha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saha
According to the 2011 Census, Saha village had a total population of 555 people, including 272 males and 283 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.13%, with male literacy at 69.78% and female literacy at 41.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 539.
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 | 555 | 272 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 47 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 539 | 263 | 276 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 157 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 115 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Saha
Saha 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 Saha
Saha 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 Mandla to Saha is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Saha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saha
Where is Saha located?
Saha village is located in Narayanganj Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saha?
The Gram Panchayat of Saha is Shaha.
What is the pincode of Saha?
The pincode of Saha is 481662.
What is the population of Saha?
Saha had a total population of 555, including 272 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Saha?
Saha had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saha was 55.13%. Male literacy was 69.78% and female literacy was 41.56%.