Sarifabad - Rasulpur, Jajpur
Sarifabad is a village situated in the Rasulpur tehsil of Jajpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from Kuakhia and around 35 km from Jajapur . Bahadalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarifabad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarifabad is 401533. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 755009 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Sarifabad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Korei Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jajpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarifabad
According to the 2011 Census, Sarifabad village had a total population of 490 people, including 247 males and 243 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.36%, with male literacy at 77.42% and female literacy at 60.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 282.
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 | 490 | 247 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 30 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 146 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 292 | 168 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 79 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Sarifabad
Sarifabad 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 Sarifabad
Sarifabad 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 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 Jajapur to Sarifabad is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jajapur to Sarifabad is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarifabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarifabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sarifabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarifabad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sarifabad
Where is Sarifabad located?
Sarifabad village is located in Rasulpur Tehsil, Jajpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarifabad?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarifabad is Bahadalpur.
What is the pincode of Sarifabad?
The pincode of Sarifabad is 755009.
What is the population of Sarifabad?
Sarifabad had a total population of 490, including 247 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Sarifabad?
Sarifabad had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarifabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarifabad was 69.36%. Male literacy was 77.42% and female literacy was 60.78%.