Sartang - Lakhanpur, Jharsuguda
Sartang is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from Banaharapali and around 48 km from Jharsuguda. Piplikani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sartang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sartang is 381056. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 768211 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sartang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sartang
As per Census 2011, Sartang village has a total population of 343 people, consisting of 176 males and 167 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 224 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 87 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sartang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 343 | 176 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 40 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 43 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 122 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 54 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Sartang
Sartang 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 Sartang
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Sartang.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belpahar to Sartang is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Sartang is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sartang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sartang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sartang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sartang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sartang
Where is Sartang located?
Sartang village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sartang?
The Gram Panchayat of Sartang is Piplikani.
What is the pincode of Sartang?
The pincode of Sartang is 768211.
What is the population of Sartang?
Sartang has a total population of 343, including 176 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Sartang?
There are 92 households in Sartang.
What is the literacy rate in Sartang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sartang is 65.31%. Male literacy is 69.32% and female literacy is 61.08%.