Sarupada - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Sarupada is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sindirigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarupada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarupada is 416550. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Sarupada 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 Sarupada
As per Census 2011, Sarupada village has a total population of 124 people, consisting of 60 males and 64 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,066 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 55 literate and 69 illiterate residents. Additionally, 103 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarupada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 124 | 60 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 48 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 32 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 28 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Sarupada
Sarupada 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 Sarupada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sarupada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sarupada is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sarupada is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarupada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarupada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sarupada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarupada 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sarupada
Where is Sarupada located?
Sarupada village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarupada?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarupada is Sindirigaon.
What is the pincode of Sarupada?
The pincode of Sarupada is 762110.
What is the population of Sarupada?
Sarupada has a total population of 124, including 60 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Sarupada?
There are 30 households in Sarupada.
What is the literacy rate in Sarupada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarupada is 44.35%. Male literacy is 53.33% and female literacy is 35.94%.