Sakarapadi - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Sakarapadi is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Barakhama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sakarapadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakarapadi is 416574. The village covers a total geographical area of 174 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 81 km away.
Sakarapadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakarapadi
According to the 2011 Census, Sakarapadi village had a total population of 115 people, including 50 males and 65 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,300 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.00%, with male literacy at 77.50% and female literacy at 46.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 93.
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 | 115 | 50 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 40 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 31 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 19 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Sakarapadi
Sakarapadi 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 Sakarapadi
Public transport in the Sakarapadi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 G. Udayagiri to Sakarapadi is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sakarapadi is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakarapadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakarapadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sakarapadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakarapadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sakarapadi
Where is Sakarapadi located?
Sakarapadi village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sakarapadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakarapadi is Barakhama.
What is the pincode of Sakarapadi?
The pincode of Sakarapadi is 762110.
What is the population of Sakarapadi?
Sakarapadi had a total population of 115, including 50 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Sakarapadi?
Sakarapadi had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakarapadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakarapadi was 60.00%. Male literacy was 77.50% and female literacy was 46.00%.