Serenda - Kishorenagar, Angul
Serenda is a village situated in the Kishorenagar tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Handapa and around 73 km from Anugul . Urukula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Serenda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Serenda is 404592. The village covers a total geographical area of 222 hectares and falls under the 759126 pincode. Anugul is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Serenda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athmallik Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Serenda
According to the 2011 Census, Serenda village had a total population of 496 people, including 248 males and 248 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.68%, with male literacy at 93.49% and female literacy at 79.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 281.
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 | 496 | 248 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 281 | 139 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 201 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 47 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Serenda
Serenda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Urukula | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Khamar | West | 1.89 km |
| Ghanapur | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Pitabaligorada | North | 2.07 km |
| Nua-fulajhari | South | 2.60 km |
| Jamubania | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Parsumal | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Jamujhari | East | 3.15 km |
| Pidharagadi | South-East | 3.44 km |
| Tileswar | South-East | 3.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Serenda
Serenda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Saragipalli, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anugul to Serenda is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Serenda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Serenda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Serenda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Serenda 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 Serenda
Where is Serenda located?
Serenda village is located in Kishorenagar Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Serenda?
The Gram Panchayat of Serenda is Urukula.
What is the pincode of Serenda?
The pincode of Serenda is 759126.
What is the population of Serenda?
Serenda had a total population of 496, including 248 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Serenda?
Serenda had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Serenda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Serenda was 86.68%. Male literacy was 93.49% and female literacy was 79.81%.