Saranauti - Surada, Ganjam
Saranauti is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Bada Badangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saranauti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saranauti is 410896. The village covers a total geographical area of 230 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Saranauti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saranauti
According to the 2011 Census, Saranauti village had a total population of 1,243 people, including 606 males and 637 females, living in 266 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.77%, with male literacy at 51.07% and female literacy at 29.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 420, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 1,243 | 606 | 637 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 93 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 420 | 204 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 5 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 424 | 262 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 819 | 344 | 475 |
Nearby Villages of Saranauti
Saranauti 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 Saranauti
Saranauti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Saranauti is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Saranauti is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saranauti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saranauti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saranauti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saranauti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saranauti
Where is Saranauti located?
Saranauti village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saranauti?
The Gram Panchayat of Saranauti is Bada Badangi.
What is the pincode of Saranauti?
The pincode of Saranauti is 761108.
What is the population of Saranauti?
Saranauti had a total population of 1,243, including 606 males and 637 females.
How many households are there in Saranauti?
Saranauti had 266 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saranauti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saranauti was 39.77%. Male literacy was 51.07% and female literacy was 29.29%.