Sarapadi - Surada, Ganjam
Sarapadi is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 70 km from Badagada and around 142 km from Chatrapur. Gouda Gotha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarapadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarapadi is 411075. The village covers a total geographical area of 132 hectares and falls under the 761109 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 98 km away.
Sarapadi 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 Sarapadi
According to the 2011 Census, Sarapadi village had a total population of 168 people, including 85 males and 83 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.25%, with male literacy at 67.12% and female literacy at 28.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 162.
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 | 168 | 85 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 81 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 49 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 36 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Sarapadi
Sarapadi 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 Sarapadi
Public transport in the Sarapadi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Brahmapur to Sarapadi is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Sarapadi is about 142 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarapadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarapadi 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 Sarapadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarapadi 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarapadi
Where is Sarapadi located?
Sarapadi village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarapadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarapadi is Gouda Gotha.
What is the pincode of Sarapadi?
The pincode of Sarapadi is 761109.
What is the population of Sarapadi?
Sarapadi had a total population of 168, including 85 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Sarapadi?
Sarapadi had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarapadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarapadi was 48.25%. Male literacy was 67.12% and female literacy was 28.57%.