Sarasankha
Sarasankha is a village located in Soro tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Soro (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Sarasakha is the gram panchayat of Sarasankha village.
Here you can discover what makes Sarasankha unique in its vibrant Soro-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Sarasankha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sarasankha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarasankha is 393747. The village spans a total geographical area of 429 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756045. Soro is nearest town to Sarasankha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Sarasankha
Population of Sarasankha
According to the 2011 Census, Sarasankha has a total population of about 2,681, with approximately 1,404 males and 1,277 females. The sex ratio is around 909 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 309 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 204 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 58. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.84%, with male literacy at about 83.33% and female literacy near 69.69%. There are around 594 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sarasankha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,681 | 1,404 | 1,277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 151 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 107 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 2,060 | 1,170 | 890 |
| Illiterate Population | 621 | 234 | 387 |
Connectivity of Sarasankha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarasankha. As per the 2011 stats, Sarasankha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sarasankha
Knowing the nearby villages of Sarasankha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarasankha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sarasankha
- Where is Sarasankha located?
- Sarasankha village is situated in Soro Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sarasankha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sarasankha is Sarasakha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sarasankha?
- The pincode of Sarasankha is 756045, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sarasankha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarasankha is 2,681, with 1,404 males and 1,277 females.
- How many households are there in Sarasankha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sarasankha village has a total of 594 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sarasankha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarasankha is 76.84%. The male literacy rate is 83.33%, while the female literacy rate is 69.69%.