Saratalai - Bajna, Ratlam
Saratalai is a village situated in the Bajna tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajna and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Dewali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saratalai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saratalai is 470774. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.39 hectares and falls under the 457555 pincode. Ratlam is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Saratalai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saratalai
According to the 2011 Census, Saratalai village had a total population of 213 people, including 108 males and 105 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.61%, with male literacy at 74.12% and female literacy at 46.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 213.
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 | 213 | 108 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 213 | 108 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 63 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 45 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Saratalai
Saratalai 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 Saratalai
Saratalai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Ratlam to Saratalai is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saratalai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saratalai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saratalai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saratalai 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saratalai
Where is Saratalai located?
Saratalai village is located in Bajna Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saratalai?
The Gram Panchayat of Saratalai is Dewali.
What is the pincode of Saratalai?
The pincode of Saratalai is 457555.
What is the population of Saratalai?
Saratalai had a total population of 213, including 108 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Saratalai?
Saratalai had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saratalai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saratalai was 60.61%. Male literacy was 74.12% and female literacy was 46.25%.