Sarada - Patrapur, Ganjam
Sarada is a village situated in the Patrapur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from Ramagiri and around 90 km from Chatrapur. Tumbagada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarada is 413446. The village covers a total geographical area of 280 hectares and falls under the 761013 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Sarada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarada
According to the 2011 Census, Sarada village had a total population of 177 people, including 88 males and 89 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 24.67%, with male literacy at 40.79% and female literacy at 8.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 177.
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 | 177 | 88 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 88 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 31 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 57 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Sarada
Sarada 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 Sarada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sarada.
| 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 Brahmapur to Sarada is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Sarada is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarada 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 Sarada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarada 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sarada
Where is Sarada located?
Sarada village is located in Patrapur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarada?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarada is Tumbagada.
What is the pincode of Sarada?
The pincode of Sarada is 761013.
What is the population of Sarada?
Sarada had a total population of 177, including 88 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Sarada?
Sarada had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarada was 24.67%. Male literacy was 40.79% and female literacy was 8.11%.