Sariketa - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Sariketa is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 109 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Rutungia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sariketa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sariketa is 416744. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 108 km away.
Sariketa 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 Sariketa
According to the 2011 Census, Sariketa village had a total population of 38 people, including 17 males and 21 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 1,235 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 10.71%, with male literacy at 20.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 38.
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 | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 2 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 14 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Sariketa
Sariketa 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 Sariketa
Public transport in the Sariketa is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Phulabani to Sariketa is about 108 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sariketa is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sariketa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sariketa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sariketa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sariketa 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sariketa
Where is Sariketa located?
Sariketa village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sariketa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sariketa is Rutungia.
What is the pincode of Sariketa?
The pincode of Sariketa is 762103.
What is the population of Sariketa?
Sariketa had a total population of 38, including 17 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Sariketa?
Sariketa had 5 households.