Sardhapali - Sohela, Bargarh
Sardhapali is a village situated in the Sohela tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sohela and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Chhuriapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sardhapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sardhapali is 380278. The village covers a total geographical area of 319 hectares and falls under the 768033 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sardhapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sardhapali
As per Census 2011, Sardhapali village has a total population of 642 people, consisting of 336 males and 306 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 355 literate and 287 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 142 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sardhapali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 642 | 336 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 42 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 72 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 220 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 116 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Sardhapali
Sardhapali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jampali | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Lambrupali | North | 1.67 km |
| Ichhapali | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Katharpali | North-West | 2.11 km |
| Kendbahal | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Banjari | North | 2.81 km |
| Dhusarbahal | East | 3.06 km |
| Khairpali | North-West | 3.28 km |
| Gobindapur | West | 3.34 km |
| Birjupali | North-West | 3.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sardhapali
Sardhapali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barpali, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bargarh to Sardhapali is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sardhapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sardhapali 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 Sardhapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sardhapali 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 Sardhapali
Where is Sardhapali located?
Sardhapali village is located in Sohela Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sardhapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Sardhapali is Chhuriapali.
What is the pincode of Sardhapali?
The pincode of Sardhapali is 768033.
What is the population of Sardhapali?
Sardhapali has a total population of 642, including 336 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Sardhapali?
There are 186 households in Sardhapali.
What is the literacy rate in Sardhapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sardhapali is 55.30%. Male literacy is 65.48% and female literacy is 44.12%.