Sauri - Nuagad, Gajapati

Sauri is a village situated in the Nuagad tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 59 km from Serango and around 59 km from Paralakhemundi. Luhangar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sauri village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Sauri is 414270. The village covers a total geographical area of 209 hectares and falls under the 761214 pincode. Parlakhemundi is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.

Sauri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Sauri

According to the 2011 Census, Sauri village had a total population of 320 people, including 151 males and 169 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,119 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.54%, with male literacy at 59.38% and female literacy at 37.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 319.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Sauri

Sauri 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Sauri

Sauri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gunupur, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.9 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parlakhemundi to Sauri is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Sauri 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 Sauri

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sauri village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Sauri

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sauri village are given below:

FAQs about Sauri