Sarasmunda - Loisinga, Balangir
Sarasmunda is a village situated in the Loisinga tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Loisinga and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Hirapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarasmunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarasmunda is 419961. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 767020 pincode. Balangir is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Sarasmunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Loisingha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarasmunda
As per Census 2011, Sarasmunda village has a total population of 259 people, consisting of 133 males and 126 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 183 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 67 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarasmunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 259 | 133 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 35 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 98 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 35 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Sarasmunda
Sarasmunda 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 Sarasmunda
Public transport in the Sarasmunda is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Sarasmunda.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balangir to Sarasmunda is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Sarasmunda is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarasmunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarasmunda 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 Sarasmunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarasmunda 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 Sarasmunda
Where is Sarasmunda located?
Sarasmunda village is located in Loisinga Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarasmunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarasmunda is Hirapur.
What is the pincode of Sarasmunda?
The pincode of Sarasmunda is 767020.
What is the population of Sarasmunda?
Sarasmunda has a total population of 259, including 133 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Sarasmunda?
There are 62 households in Sarasmunda.
What is the literacy rate in Sarasmunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarasmunda is 70.66%. Male literacy is 73.68% and female literacy is 67.46%.