Sarakumpa - Jagannath Prasad, Ganjam
Sarakumpa is a village situated in the Jagannath Prasad tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagannath Prasad and around 126 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Gandadhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarakumpa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarakumpa is 410508. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 761121 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Sarakumpa 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 Sarakumpa
According to the 2011 Census, Sarakumpa village had a total population of 564 people, including 281 males and 283 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.12%, with male literacy at 97.39% and female literacy at 86.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93.
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 | 564 | 281 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 13 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 44 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 261 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 20 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Sarakumpa
Sarakumpa 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 Sarakumpa
Sarakumpa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bhanjanagar to Sarakumpa is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Sarakumpa is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarakumpa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarakumpa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sarakumpa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarakumpa 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sarakumpa
Where is Sarakumpa located?
Sarakumpa village is located in Jagannath Prasad Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarakumpa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarakumpa is Gandadhar.
What is the pincode of Sarakumpa?
The pincode of Sarakumpa is 761121.
What is the population of Sarakumpa?
Sarakumpa had a total population of 564, including 281 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Sarakumpa?
Sarakumpa had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarakumpa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarakumpa was 92.12%. Male literacy was 97.39% and female literacy was 86.51%.