Sargunapali - Sohela, Bargarh
Sargunapali is a village situated in the Sohela tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sohela and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Jhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sargunapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sargunapali is 380292. The village covers a total geographical area of 264 hectares and falls under the 768034 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Sargunapali 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 Sargunapali
As per Census 2011, Sargunapali village has a total population of 623 people, consisting of 309 males and 314 females. The village has 189 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 418 literate and 205 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 46 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sargunapali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 623 | 309 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 418 | 237 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 72 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Sargunapali
Sargunapali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhar | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Jharai | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Khapanpali | North | 2.85 km |
| Jitapali | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Tileimal | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Turimunda | South | 3.08 km |
| Gandpali | North | 3.20 km |
| Dhanupadar | South-West | 4.11 km |
| Padhanpali | North | 4.58 km |
| Kalangapali | North | 4.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sargunapali
Sargunapali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barpali, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.9 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 Padmapur to Sargunapali is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Sargunapali 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 Sargunapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sargunapali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sargunapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sargunapali 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sargunapali
Where is Sargunapali located?
Sargunapali village is located in Sohela Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sargunapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Sargunapali is Jhar.
What is the pincode of Sargunapali?
The pincode of Sargunapali is 768034.
What is the population of Sargunapali?
Sargunapali has a total population of 623, including 309 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Sargunapali?
There are 189 households in Sargunapali.
What is the literacy rate in Sargunapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sargunapali is 67.09%. Male literacy is 76.70% and female literacy is 57.64%.