Saraswatipur - Kantamal, Boudh
Saraswatipur is a village situated in the Kantamal tehsil of Boudh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from Manamunda and around 50 km from Baudh. Manamunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saraswatipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saraswatipur is 417907. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 762016 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Saraswatipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantamal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saraswatipur
According to the 2011 Census, Saraswatipur village had a total population of 98 people, including 54 males and 44 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 815 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.65%, with male literacy at 71.11% and female literacy at 52.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 98 | 54 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 32 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 22 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Saraswatipur
Saraswatipur 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 Saraswatipur
Saraswatipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Saraswatipur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baudh to Saraswatipur 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 Saraswatipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saraswatipur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saraswatipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saraswatipur 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 Saraswatipur
Where is Saraswatipur located?
Saraswatipur village is located in Kantamal Tehsil, Boudh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saraswatipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Saraswatipur is Manamunda.
What is the pincode of Saraswatipur?
The pincode of Saraswatipur is 762016.
What is the population of Saraswatipur?
Saraswatipur had a total population of 98, including 54 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Saraswatipur?
Saraswatipur had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saraswatipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraswatipur was 62.65%. Male literacy was 71.11% and female literacy was 52.63%.