Sarakora - Niali, Cuttack
Sarakora is a village situated in the Niali tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niali and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Sadhansa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarakora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarakora is 400377. The village covers a total geographical area of 210 hectares and falls under the 754004 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Sarakora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarakora
According to the 2011 Census, Sarakora village had a total population of 774 people, including 379 males and 395 females, living in 182 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.57%, with male literacy at 97.63% and female literacy at 91.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 192.
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 | 774 | 379 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 41 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 97 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 662 | 330 | 332 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 49 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Sarakora
Sarakora 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 Sarakora
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Sarakora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Cuttack to Sarakora is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Sarakora is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarakora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarakora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sarakora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarakora 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarakora
Where is Sarakora located?
Sarakora village is located in Niali Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarakora?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarakora is Sadhansa.
What is the pincode of Sarakora?
The pincode of Sarakora is 754004.
What is the population of Sarakora?
Sarakora had a total population of 774, including 379 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Sarakora?
Sarakora had 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarakora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarakora was 94.57%. Male literacy was 97.63% and female literacy was 91.71%.