Sarakhia - Khaira, Balasore
Sarakhia is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Khaira and around 55 km from Baleshwar. Nayakhandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarakhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarakhia is 393529. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 756059 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Sarakhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarakhia
As per Census 2011, Sarakhia village has a total population of 130 people, consisting of 65 males and 65 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 103 literate and 27 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarakhia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 130 | 65 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 52 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 13 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Sarakhia
Sarakhia 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 Sarakhia
Sarakhia 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 >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 Soro to Sarakhia is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Sarakhia is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarakhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarakhia 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 Sarakhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarakhia 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 Sarakhia
Where is Sarakhia located?
Sarakhia village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarakhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarakhia is Nayakhandi.
What is the pincode of Sarakhia?
The pincode of Sarakhia is 756059.
What is the population of Sarakhia?
Sarakhia has a total population of 130, including 65 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Sarakhia?
There are 21 households in Sarakhia.
What is the literacy rate in Sarakhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarakhia is 79.23%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 78.46%.