Sara - Kasinagar, Gajapati
Sara is a village situated in the Kasinagar tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Kashinagara and around 59 km from Paralakhemundi. Khandava serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sara is 414498. The village falls under the 761206 pincode. Parlakhemundi is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Sara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paralakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Sara
Sara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khandava | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Neradi | South | 2.25 km |
| Badigam | North | 2.47 km |
| Ullabhadra | East | 2.62 km |
| Gurandi | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Battili | West | 3.06 km |
| Armada | South-East | 3.22 km |
| Hill | North-East | 3.28 km |
| Bommika | South-West | 3.53 km |
| Purutiguda | South | 3.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sara
Sara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bansadhara Halt, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parlakhemundi to Sara is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Sara is about 59 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 Sara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sara
Where is Sara located?
Sara village is located in Kasinagar Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sara is Khandava.
What is the pincode of Sara?
The pincode of Sara is 761206.