Saransa - Niali, Cuttack
Saransa is a village situated in the Niali tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niali and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Sadhansa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saransa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saransa is 400337. The village covers a total geographical area of 173 hectares and falls under the 754004 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Saransa 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 Saransa
According to the 2011 Census, Saransa village had a total population of 1,493 people, including 748 males and 745 females, living in 341 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.90%, with male literacy at 90.65% and female literacy at 77.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 210, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,493 | 748 | 745 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 85 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 105 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,126 | 601 | 525 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 147 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Saransa
Saransa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patelibanpur | South-East | 1.04 km |
| Kapasi | West | 1.62 km |
| Korkor | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Parimala | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Tihuri | North | 1.83 km |
| Kantisala | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Badaro | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Kurangapada | South | 2.62 km |
| Podana | West | 2.65 km |
| Panchapa | East | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saransa
Public transport in the Saransa is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gorakhnath, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.6 km.
| 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 Saransa is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saransa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saransa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Saransa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saransa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saransa
Where is Saransa located?
Saransa village is located in Niali Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saransa?
The Gram Panchayat of Saransa is Sadhansa.
What is the pincode of Saransa?
The pincode of Saransa is 754004.
What is the population of Saransa?
Saransa had a total population of 1,493, including 748 males and 745 females.
How many households are there in Saransa?
Saransa had 341 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saransa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saransa was 83.90%. Male literacy was 90.65% and female literacy was 77.32%.