Sarapada - Ghumusar, Ganjam
Sarapada is a village situated in the Ghumusar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Bhanjanagar and around 118 km from Chatrapur. Sanakodanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarapada is 410578. The village covers a total geographical area of 111 hectares and falls under the 761126 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Sarapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanjanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarapada
As per Census 2011, Sarapada village has a total population of 283 people, consisting of 160 males and 123 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 768 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 164 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 112 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 283 | 160 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 24 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 58 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 16 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 106 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 54 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Sarapada
Sarapada 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 Sarapada
Sarapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanjanagar to Sarapada is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Sarapada is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarapada 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 Sarapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarapada 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarapada
Where is Sarapada located?
Sarapada village is located in Ghumusar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarapada is Sanakodanda.
What is the pincode of Sarapada?
The pincode of Sarapada is 761126.
What is the population of Sarapada?
Sarapada has a total population of 283, including 160 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Sarapada?
There are 63 households in Sarapada.
What is the literacy rate in Sarapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarapada is 57.95%. Male literacy is 66.25% and female literacy is 47.15%.