Sarabani - Bhograi, Balasore
Sarabani is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Bhograi and around 105 km from Baleshwar. Saradhapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarabani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarabani is 391795. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 756037 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Sarabani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarabani
According to the 2011 Census, Sarabani village had a total population of 581 people, including 309 males and 272 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.60%, with male literacy at 95.65% and female literacy at 83.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
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 | 581 | 309 | 272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 33 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 474 | 264 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 45 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Sarabani
Sarabani 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 Sarabani
Sarabani 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Sarabani is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Sarabani is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarabani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarabani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sarabani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarabani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sarabani
Where is Sarabani located?
Sarabani village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarabani?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarabani is Saradhapur.
What is the pincode of Sarabani?
The pincode of Sarabani is 756037.
What is the population of Sarabani?
Sarabani had a total population of 581, including 309 males and 272 females.
How many households are there in Sarabani?
Sarabani had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarabani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarabani was 89.60%. Male literacy was 95.65% and female literacy was 83.00%.