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
According to the 2011 Census, Sarapanka village had a total population of 224 people, including 112 males and 112 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.75%, with male literacy at 73.03% and female literacy at 36.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 44.
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 | 224 | 112 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 224, including 112 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Sarapanka?
Sarapanka had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarapanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarapanka was 54.75%. Male literacy was 73.03% and female literacy was 36.67%.