Sarian - Kankadahad, Dhenkanal
Sarian is a village situated in the Kankadahad tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankadahad and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Maruabili serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarian is 402481. The village covers a total geographical area of 157 hectares and falls under the 759039 pincode. Kamakshyanagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sarian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parjanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarian
According to the 2011 Census, Sarian village had a total population of 698 people, including 369 males and 329 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.38%, with male literacy at 77.45% and female literacy at 40.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 692.
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 | 698 | 369 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 63 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 692 | 365 | 327 |
| Literate Population | 346 | 237 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 352 | 132 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Sarian
Sarian 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 Sarian
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sarian.
| 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 Kamakshyanagar to Sarian is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Sarian is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarian 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarian
Where is Sarian located?
Sarian village is located in Kankadahad Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarian?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarian is Maruabili.
What is the pincode of Sarian?
The pincode of Sarian is 759039.
What is the population of Sarian?
Sarian had a total population of 698, including 369 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Sarian?
Sarian had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarian was 60.38%. Male literacy was 77.45% and female literacy was 40.82%.