Sarapanka - Surada, Ganjam
Sarapanka is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Gochha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarapanka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarapanka is 410812. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Sarapanka 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 Sarapanka
As per Census 2011, Sarapanka village has a total population of 224 people, consisting of 112 males and 112 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 98 literate and 126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarapanka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 224 | 112 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 65 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 47 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Sarapanka
Sarapanka 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 Sarapanka
Sarapanka 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 Surada to Sarapanka is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Sarapanka is about 125 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 Sarapanka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarapanka 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarapanka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarapanka 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 Sarapanka
Where is Sarapanka located?
Sarapanka village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarapanka?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarapanka is Gochha.
What is the pincode of Sarapanka?
The pincode of Sarapanka is 761108.
What is the population of Sarapanka?
Sarapanka has a total population of 224, including 112 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Sarapanka?
There are 55 households in Sarapanka.
What is the literacy rate in Sarapanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarapanka is 43.75%. Male literacy is 58.04% and female literacy is 29.46%.