Saharda - Remuna, Balasore
Saharda is a village situated in the Remuna tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from Baleshwar Sadar and around 22 km from Baleshwar. Olandasargan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saharda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saharda is 392841. The village covers a total geographical area of 297 hectares and falls under the 756027 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Saharda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balasore Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Saharda
According to the 2011 Census, Saharda village had a total population of 970 people, including 502 males and 468 females, living in 241 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.83%, with male literacy at 87.88% and female literacy at 71.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 504, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 970 | 502 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 73 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 504 | 258 | 246 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 661 | 377 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 125 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Saharda
Saharda 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 Saharda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Saharda. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Saharda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Baleshwar to Saharda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Saharda is about 22 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 Saharda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saharda 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Saharda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saharda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saharda
Where is Saharda located?
Saharda village is located in Remuna Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saharda?
The Gram Panchayat of Saharda is Olandasargan.
What is the pincode of Saharda?
The pincode of Saharda is 756027.
What is the population of Saharda?
Saharda had a total population of 970, including 502 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Saharda?
Saharda had 241 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saharda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saharda was 79.83%. Male literacy was 87.88% and female literacy was 71.18%.