Saurapadar - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Saurapadar is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Narala and around 54 km from Bhawanipatna. Karmegaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saurapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saurapadar is 422854. The village covers a total geographical area of 24 hectares and falls under the 766101 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Saurapadar 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.
Nearby Villages of Saurapadar
Saurapadar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mundagaon | East | 1.13 km |
| Kamarda | North-West | 1.50 km |
| Anajore | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Uligunduli | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Gambharghati | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Magardani | West | 2.75 km |
| Gandharabaru | North | 2.85 km |
| Badibahal | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Goten | North-East | 3.74 km |
| Madangdani | North | 3.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saurapadar
Saurapadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Norla Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Saurapadar is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Saurapadar is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saurapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saurapadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saurapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saurapadar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Saurapadar
Where is Saurapadar located?
Saurapadar village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saurapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Saurapadar is Karmegaon.
What is the pincode of Saurapadar?
The pincode of Saurapadar is 766101.