Saramuli - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Saramuli is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakapada and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Brahmanpada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saramuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saramuli is 416023. The village covers a total geographical area of 97 hectares and falls under the 762028 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Saramuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saramuli
According to the 2011 Census, Saramuli village had a total population of 161 people, including 80 males and 81 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.71%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 68.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 61.
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 | 161 | 80 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 65 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 15 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Saramuli
Saramuli 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 Saramuli
Saramuli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Saramuli is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Saramuli is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saramuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saramuli 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Saramuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saramuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saramuli
Where is Saramuli located?
Saramuli village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saramuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Saramuli is Brahmanpada.
What is the pincode of Saramuli?
The pincode of Saramuli is 762028.
What is the population of Saramuli?
Saramuli had a total population of 161, including 80 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Saramuli?
Saramuli had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saramuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saramuli was 80.71%. Male literacy was 92.86% and female literacy was 68.57%.