Saralia - Soro, Balasore
Saralia is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Soro and around 50 km from Baleshwar. Singakhunta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saralia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saralia is 393697. The village covers a total geographical area of 439 hectares and falls under the 756045 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Saralia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saralia
According to the 2011 Census, Saralia village had a total population of 1,539 people, including 752 males and 787 females, living in 367 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.36%, with male literacy at 76.68% and female literacy at 60.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 670.
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 | 1,539 | 752 | 787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 126 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 47 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 670 | 327 | 343 |
| Literate Population | 890 | 480 | 410 |
| Illiterate Population | 649 | 272 | 377 |
Nearby Villages of Saralia
Saralia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Brundadeipur | South-East | 1.82 km |
| Juka | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Gopinathpur | South | 2.35 km |
| Digbhanra | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Gujadiha | East | 2.71 km |
| Sindhua | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Raipitamber | South-East | 2.95 km |
| Mahumuhan | South-East | 3.91 km |
| Ruso-19 | South | 3.99 km |
| Narasinghnagar | South | 4.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saralia
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Saralia. The nearest railway station is Soro, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 118.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Soro to Saralia is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Saralia is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saralia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saralia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Saralia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saralia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Saralia
Where is Saralia located?
Saralia village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saralia?
The Gram Panchayat of Saralia is Singakhunta.
What is the pincode of Saralia?
The pincode of Saralia is 756045.
What is the population of Saralia?
Saralia had a total population of 1,539, including 752 males and 787 females.
How many households are there in Saralia?
Saralia had 367 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saralia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saralia was 68.36%. Male literacy was 76.68% and female literacy was 60.65%.