Sarfabad - Chandurbazar, Amravati
Sarfabad is a village situated in the Chandurbazar tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandurbazar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Sarfabad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarfabad is 532135. The village covers a total geographical area of 430.26 hectares and falls under the 444809 pincode. Chandurbazar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Sarfabad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sarfabad
As per Census 2011, Sarfabad village has a total population of 1,323 people, consisting of 717 males and 606 females. The village has 320 households and a sex ratio of 845 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 976 literate and 347 illiterate residents. Additionally, 264 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarfabad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,323 | 717 | 606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 78 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 264 | 147 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 976 | 563 | 413 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 154 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Sarfabad
Sarfabad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sayyadpur | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Shahapur Hirur | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Jawla | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Fubgaon | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Narayanpur | South | 2.26 km |
| Hirur | West | 2.29 km |
| Belura Gadhi | North | 2.40 km |
| Kotgawandi | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Tuljapur Gadhi | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Saidapur | North-West | 3.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarfabad
Sarfabad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chandur Bazar, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandurbazar to Sarfabad is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Sarfabad is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarfabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarfabad 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sarfabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarfabad 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sarfabad
Where is Sarfabad located?
Sarfabad village is located in Chandurbazar Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarfabad?
Sarfabad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarfabad?
The pincode of Sarfabad is 444809.
What is the population of Sarfabad?
Sarfabad has a total population of 1,323, including 717 males and 606 females.
How many households are there in Sarfabad?
There are 320 households in Sarfabad.
What is the literacy rate in Sarfabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarfabad is 73.77%. Male literacy is 78.52% and female literacy is 68.15%.