Saplahara - Karlamunda, Kalahandi
Saplahara is a village situated in the Karlamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from Madanpur Rampur and around 80 km from Bhawanipatna. Saplahara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saplahara is 422605. The village covers a total geographical area of 535 hectares and falls under the 766102 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Saplahara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saplahara
As per Census 2011, Saplahara village has a total population of 2,240 people, consisting of 1,139 males and 1,101 females. The village has 658 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 363 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,267 literate and 973 illiterate residents. Additionally, 339 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 117 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saplahara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,240 | 1,139 | 1,101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 363 | 181 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 339 | 183 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 117 | 60 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 1,267 | 775 | 492 |
| Illiterate Population | 973 | 364 | 609 |
Nearby Villages of Saplahara
Saplahara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Juradubara | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Kernapala | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Kandrei | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Borpadar | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Bankel | East | 2.68 km |
| Regeda | North | 2.82 km |
| Siletpada | West | 2.94 km |
| Sitarampali | East | 3.00 km |
| Kusurla | South-West | 3.16 km |
| Turchi | South-East | 3.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saplahara
Saplahara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Saintala, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kesinga to Saplahara is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Saplahara is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saplahara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saplahara 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saplahara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saplahara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saplahara
Where is Saplahara located?
Saplahara village is located in Karlamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saplahara?
Saplahara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saplahara?
The pincode of Saplahara is 766102.
What is the population of Saplahara?
Saplahara has a total population of 2,240, including 1,139 males and 1,101 females.
How many households are there in Saplahara?
There are 658 households in Saplahara.
What is the literacy rate in Saplahara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saplahara is 56.56%. Male literacy is 68.04% and female literacy is 44.69%.