Sardhapur - Dharamgarh, Kalahandi
Sardhapur is a village situated in the Dharamgarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharamgarh and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Khairapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sardhapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sardhapur is 423961. The village covers a total geographical area of 199 hectares and falls under the 766103 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Sardhapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sardhapur
According to the 2011 Census, Sardhapur village had a total population of 710 people, including 367 males and 343 females, living in 181 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.65%, with male literacy at 88.70% and female literacy at 53.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 222, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 78.
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 | 710 | 367 | 343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 66 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 222 | 116 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 37 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 422 | 267 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 100 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Sardhapur
Sardhapur 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 Sardhapur
Sardhapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sardhapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Sardhapur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Sardhapur is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sardhapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sardhapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sardhapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sardhapur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sardhapur
Where is Sardhapur located?
Sardhapur village is located in Dharamgarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sardhapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sardhapur is Khairapadar.
What is the pincode of Sardhapur?
The pincode of Sardhapur is 766103.
What is the population of Sardhapur?
Sardhapur had a total population of 710, including 367 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Sardhapur?
Sardhapur had 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sardhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sardhapur was 71.65%. Male literacy was 88.70% and female literacy was 53.82%.